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Meet Dr Jorine Nel

Dedicated to providing thoughtful, thorough care with a strong focus on psychiatry and mental health — guided by integrity, patience, and genuine understanding.

Dr Jorine Nel — GP with a focused interest in psychiatry, Pretoria Health
Dr Jorine Nel
MBChB — University of Pretoria (2012)
Distinction in Psychiatry — UP
Distinction in Family Medicine — UP
Certified Independent Practitioner
Member: SAMA · Registered: HPCSA
Your Doctor

A Doctor Who Listens
Without Judgement

Dr Jorine Nel studied medicine at the University of Pretoria and graduated in 2012, achieving distinctions in both Psychiatry and Family Medicine — reflecting an early and sustained commitment to mental health care.

Eager to build her clinical skills in a high-level academic setting, she completed her internship at Kalafong Hospital, a tertiary academic centre, remaining there for her community service year. Over those three years, she gained exposure to complex and diverse medical cases that continue to inform her practice today.

Over the past decade in private practice, she has worked in emergency medicine and general practice, practising as both a locum and a practice owner. For five years, she also served as the treating physician at an addiction centre — an experience that deepened her understanding of the intersection between mental health and substance use.

Today, her work at Pretoria Health centres on psychiatry-focused care. Consultations are approached with time, attention, and structure — allowing for a deeper understanding of your concerns, and practical, well-considered next steps.

Dr Jorine Nel GP with a Focused Interest in Psychiatry, Pretoria Health
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True healing requires listening. Every patient carries a unique story, and understanding that story is the foundation of good medicine. My aim is always for you to leave feeling reassured and supported.
Dr Jorine Nel Mental Health General Practitioner, Pretoria Health
Qualifications & Memberships

Credentials

MBChB
University of Pretoria, 2012
Distinction in Psychiatry
University of Pretoria
Distinction in Family Medicine
University of Pretoria
Certified Independent Practitioner
HPCSA registered
Member, SAMA
South African Medical Association
Registered, HPCSA
Health Professions Council of South Africa
What She Cares About Most

Areas of Focus

Dr Nel's clinical interests reflect a commitment to conditions where careful listening, structured assessment, and longer-term support make the most meaningful difference.

Psychiatry & Mental Health

Focused care for mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and addiction — guided by structured assessment and practical planning.

Addiction Medicine

Experience managing substance use and dependency, with an understanding of both the medical and psychological aspects of recovery.

Integrated Health

A GP background that supports a broader understanding of how mental and physical health interact — for more complete, considered care.

Clinical Procedures

Minor in-room procedures performed where clinically necessary, based on individual assessment and clinical need.

Professional Timeline

Career Journey

Over a decade of clinical experience across emergency medicine, general practice, addiction medicine, and psychiatry-focused care.

2012
Medical Degree — University of Pretoria

Graduated MBChB with distinctions in both Psychiatry and Family Medicine, reflecting a strong early interest in mental health and holistic patient care.

2012 – 2015
Internship & Community Service — Kalafong Hospital

Completed internship at Kalafong Hospital, a tertiary academic centre, and remained for community service — gaining three years of exposure to complex and diverse medical cases in a high-volume setting.

2015 – 2020
Emergency Medicine & General Practice

Worked in emergency medicine before transitioning to general practice. Practised as both a locum and practice owner, building a well-rounded clinical foundation across varied patient presentations and settings.

2015 – 2020
Addiction Medicine — Treating Physician

Served for five years as the treating physician at an addiction centre, developing focused, hands-on experience in addiction and mental health management — an area closely linked to long-term wellbeing.

2020 – Present
Pretoria Health — Psychiatry-Focused Care

Practising in Rietondale, Pretoria, with a focused approach to psychiatry and mental health. Consultations are structured, unhurried, and guided by careful listening — with clear diagnosis and practical treatment planning at every step.

Patient Stories

What Our Patients Say

5.0 · Google Reviews
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Dr Nel is a caring doctor who truly listens. She took the time to understand my concerns and developed a comprehensive treatment plan. I finally feel like myself again after months of struggling.

SM
Sarah M.
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After years of avoiding help for my anxiety, I finally visited Pretoria Health. The assessment was thorough and compassionate. Dr Nel explained everything clearly and I never felt judged. Highly recommend.

JV
Johan V.
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Welcoming environment with phenomenal service. Dr Nel is warm, thorough and professional. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for quality mental health care in Pretoria.

TM
Tasneem M.

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