Bophelong Psychiatric Hospital

CMSA Accreditations: None

Rural Allowance: Yes

Doctors Quarters:

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Academics:

  • Weekly intern PowerPoint presentation which gets reviewed and is commented on, the consultant may discuss a topic every few days. Weekly consultant ward round with teaching.

Supervision:

  • Always consultant and/or clinical manager cover at least over phone, and in person during the day.

Clinical Exposure:

  • No longer do casualty calls, so exposure is limited to ward patients and OPD. OPD is relatively varied.

Departments worked in:

  • Psychiatry

Social Scene:

  • Mafikeng is isolated with limited activities and social opportunities. Be prepared to drive to Gauteng on weekends.

Additional Comments:

  • Excellent quality of life and wonderful community service experience.

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