Dr Fatima Dangor – Specialist Psychiatrist – Kenilworth

Dr Fatima Dangor – Specialist Psychiatrist – Kenilworth

Dr Fatima Dangor serves as a Specialist Psychiatrist at Netcare Akeso Kenilworth. She brings over eight years of psychiatric practice to the Kenilworth team. She earned her MBChB from the University of Cape Town. Subsequently, she completed her MMed (Psych) through the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa. Additionally, she achieved Fellowship in Psychiatry (F.C. Psych [SA]). She passed her Part 1 Colleges of Medicine exam in Psychiatry in 2019. She specializes in mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions, and psychotic illnesses. Furthermore, she practices both inpatient and outpatient psychiatry at the Kenilworth facility. Moreover, she has presented research at national psychiatry conferences. Additionally, she mentors psychiatry registrars and participates in peer review for professional journals. Meanwhile, she holds active membership in the South African Society of Psychiatrists and the World Psychiatric Association. Also, her commitment to ongoing education ensures she stays current with emerging therapeutic techniques. Ultimately, her community outreach includes mental health workshops in local schools and community centres.

Services

• Psychiatric Assessment: Conduct thorough evaluation of mood, anxiety, trauma-related, and psychotic symptoms.

• Medication Management: Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications to optimise treatment outcomes.

• Moreover, Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT): Offer state-of-the-art ECT with continuous EEG monitoring for severe cases.

• Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS): Provide non-invasive TMS sessions for treatment-resistant depression.

• Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT): Deliver structured CBT sessions to develop coping and resilience skills.

• Furthermore, Group Therapy: Facilitate supportive group sessions focusing on stress, grief, and interpersonal skills.

• Telepsychiatry: Offer remote psychiatric consultations to expand accessibility and continuity of care.

• Additionally, Collaborative Care: Coordinate multidisciplinary treatment plans with psychologists and occupational therapists.

• Family Therapy: Facilitate sessions that strengthen family support networks and interpersonal communication.

Additional Information

Netcare Akeso Kenilworth features private consultation suites with soundproofing and soothing ambient lighting. Furthermore, serene therapy gardens provide patients with outdoor spaces for reflection and relaxation. Additionally, the centre houses dedicated group therapy rooms equipped with multimedia tools. Moreover, an on-site pharmacy ensures seamless access to prescribed medications in one location. Meanwhile, an online portal allows patients to complete self-assessments and track progress digitally. In addition, patients benefit from personalized treatment plans that integrate medication, therapy, and lifestyle interventions for holistic care.

The facility hosts the Akeso KAYA programme for adolescents dealing with anxiety, depression, and behavioural concerns. It also provides substance misuse support through integrated dual-diagnosis care. A 24-hour crisis line ensures urgent mental health assistance remains available at all times. In addition, the clinic organises family workshops to educate caregivers on supporting loved ones during treatment. Indeed, Dr Dangor leads monthly educational webinars on mental wellness and destigmatisation. Patients seeking support can request referrals from their GPs or use Netcare appointmed to book online. Also, patients appreciate access to complementary therapies such as guided yoga and mindfulness meditation. Ultimately, personalized support empowers patients to navigate challenges and build resilience. Take the first step toward lasting well-being by scheduling a consultation today.