--- title: "Dr. Tshepiso Palweni-Zwane" description: "Dr. Tshepiso Palweni-Zwane In Psychiatry, we share decision-making power with patients because the  patient is the MOST important member of the multidisciplinary team. \"Recovery is a lifelong..." url: https://zwavelstreamclinic.co.za/dr-tshepiso-palweni-zwane-2/ date: 2026-08-04 modified: 2026-08-12 author: "Zwavelstream Zwavelstream" type: page lang: en --- # Dr. Tshepiso Palweni-Zwane ## Dr. Tshepiso Palweni-Zwane ![Dr. Tshepiso Palweni Zwane](https://zwavelstreamclinic.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Dr.-Tshepiso-Palweni-Zwane-1024x1024.jpg) ## **In Psychiatry, we share decision-making power with patients because the  patient is the MOST important member of the multidisciplinary team. ** ## ***“Recovery is a lifelong journey that takes place one day, one step at a time”*** ## Introduction: Dr. Tshepiso Palweni-Zwane is a specialist psychiatrist and academic at Weskoppies Hospital, affiliated with the University of Pretoria (UP). She obtained her Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBCH) from the University of the Witwatersrand in 2014, where her interest in mental health was first ignited. Following her internship and her work as a medical officer in a regional psychiatry unit, she pursued specialist training in psychiatry. She holds a Master of Medicine (Psychiatry) from the University of Pretoria and is a Fellow of the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa (CMSA). Dr. Palweni-Zwane is a published author in the South African Journal of Psychiatry and is actively involved in undergraduate teaching, postgraduate supervision, and research oversight. She is passionate about training future clinicians, with a strong emphasis on ethical practice, clinical competence, and improving access to high-quality mental healthcare. She coordinates psychotherapy training for psychiatry registrars in collaboration with the Department of Psychology. Her clinical and academic interests include strengthening psychiatrists’ psychological skills, women’s mental health, and developing integrated care approaches for patients with multiple comorbidities, including severe mental illness, medical conditions, and substance use disorders. In 2025, she received a Service Excellence Award for her contributions to academic development, particularly in enhancing ward-based teaching and supporting trainees in the conceptualisation of complex clinical cases. She was also invited as a panelist at the most recent SASOP Congress in the Eastern Cape.   **Qualifications:  ** Bachelor Medicine and Surgery (MBBCh) (University of the Witwatersrand) Masters of Medicine in Psychiatry (MMED Psych) (University of Pretoria) Fellow of the College of Psychiatry (FCPysch (SA) CMSA  ## Short summary: ## Dr. Tshepiso Palweni-Zwane 's area of expertise: ![Zwavelstream Team](https://zwavelstreamclinic.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Zwavelstream-Team.png) Dr. Tshepiso Palweni-Zwane is a compassionate, culturally, and spiritually sensitive specialist psychiatrist based at Zwavelstream Clinic ![Ault physc](https://zwavelstreamclinic.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Ault-physc.png) She has a special interest in treating complex cases involving patients with a triple diagnosis of mental illness, substance use and medical conditions. She provides comprehensive care for patients with mood, anxiety, trauma, and psychotic disorders. ![Primary](https://zwavelstreamclinic.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Primary.png) Dr. Palweni-Zwane is dedicated to psychotherapy training for aspiring psychiatrists and is actively involved in medical education to equip general practitioners with the skills to provide high-quality mental health care at the primary level. ![Primary](https://zwavelstreamclinic.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Primary.png) As a mental health advocate, she enjoys educating the community and exploring the intersection of mental and spiritual health. Her contributions to the field include serving as a panelist for the South African Society of Psychiatrists (SASOP) Congress. ## Do you need professional help? [ Basic Mental Health Quiz ](https://zwavelstreamclinic.co.za/basic-mental-health-quiz/) ### Alternatively, please contact us ### 010 475 0150 After Hours Number: 066 255 8501 Email: support@zsclinic.co.za or admin@zsclinic.co.za ![Zwavelstream Team clinic](https://zwavelstreamclinic.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Zwavelstream-Team-clinic.jpg) ** GOOD ** Based on **83 reviews** Posted on Google Faith More Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Posted on Google Bonginkosi Nxumalo Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This is the best mental health clinic in the country. The facilities are out of this world, the food that we had while admitted was the best. The health professionals were the best. If you need to reset, if you feel as though things are heavy on you ask your medical Practitioner to do a referral for you. When it's time for you to be discharged you won't want to go home. The person who built this facility deserves all the blessings. Posted on Google Khanyisile Mukhari Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I Highly recommend everything about this facility. Posted on Google Maarten Opperman Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very friendly, approachable staff. CEO visits each and every table herself during lunch for feedback. They cater for individualised and special meals. The clinic has its own private vehicles to transport patients to Pretoria East Hospital, Wilgers Hospital for specialist referrals and radiological investigations. The clinic has a gymnasium and a big physiotherapy section. One-to-one private sessions with an occupational therapist, social worker, or pastoral therapist are available. Each patient consults a private psychiatrist and a private psychologist every day. No photos may be taken for medical confidentiality. Posted on Google Rochelle Okkers Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Posted on Google James Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wonderful atmosphere Clinic is very hygienic All staff is helpful and highly trained and qualified Walking trails is very enjoyable The food is Devine and delicious Coffee shop is convenient for patients who want to visit friends and families Atmosphere is very scenic but worth the cost Posted on Google Kaya Mbusi Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Posted on Google zabesuthu khoza Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What an amazing experience I had with her. Dr Zwane is so patient, pays close attention to detail and very accommodating ## In Affiliation with: Zwavelstream Clinic is supported and affiliated with most medical aid schemes based in South Africa. 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