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ABOUT
General psychiatrist Dr. John Torline works within the biopsychosocial paradigm and utilises evidence-based psychiatry. He is situated in Cape Town.
Dr Torline is based at Life Vincent Pallotti Hospital. His primary focus is providing outpatient care for adults (18 to 60 years). Patients requiring inpatient psychiatric care are admitted to Life St Vincent's Clinic. Dr Torline obtained his medical degree at the University of the Witwatersrand and then qualified in Psychiatry at the University of Cape Town. After completing his specialist training, he briefly worked in a Maternal Mental Health Clinic at Groote Schuur Hospital. His work has also included research at UCT and monthly consultations at the Groote Schuur Transgender Clinic.
Before training as a medical doctor, Dr Torline worked in the complementary health space for several years. Though he no longer practices complementary medicine, he has retained its holistic approach. Dr Torline aims to provide individualised, compassionate, person-centred care, which combines medical assessment, lifestyle advice, psychotherapy, and the careful use of psychiatric medication.
Dr Torline is an Honorary Lecturer at UCT's Department of Mental Health and Psychiatry, where he is involved in training and supervision of research. Dr Torline is a founding member of PATHSA, an interdisciplinary health professional organisation that promotes the health, well-being and self-actualisation of trans and gender-diverse people.
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Services
Dr Torline sees and treats patients requiring a wide range of support services and mental health NEEDS:
Anxiety Disorders
Agoraphobia, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Panic Attacks and Panic Disorder, Separation Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder and Specific Phobias
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Including assessment of “Adult ADHD”
Bipolar Disorders
Bipolar I, Bipolar II and Cyclothymia
Depressive Disorders
Major Depressive Disorder, Dysthymia and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
Eating Disorders (Diagnosis and Referral)
Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa and Binge-Eating Disorder
Gender Dysphoria / GENDER INCONGRUENCE (ASSESSMENT and Referral)
Assessment and referral for Gender Affirming Care (including hormone therapy, voice therapy and surgery) and documentation required for the legal change of gender marker in terms of the Alteration of Sex Description and Sex Status Act, 2003
Obsessive Compulsive Disorders
OCD, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Hoarding Disorder, Trichotillomania and Skin-Picking Disorder
Sleep Disorders
Including referral for polysomnography (“sleep study”)
Psychotic disorders
Delusional Disorder, Schizophrenia and Schizoaffective Disorder
Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders (Diagnosis and Referral)
Excessive use of alcohol, caffeine, cannabis, opioids (prescription/heroin), stimulants (cocaine and "tik"), prescription medication and tobacco resulting in an unhealthy pattern of behaviour related to the substance. Gambling Disorder
Trauma & Stressor Related Disorders
Acute Stress Disorder, Adjustment Disorders and PTSD
“Dr John Torline has a special interest in maternal mental health, gender dysphoria and LGBTIQ-related mental health issues. Having had a broad experience in practicing medicine from a variety of perspectives, he prides himself on his open-minded approach and offers cross-cultural solutions and affirming care.”
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CONTACT
Life Vincent Pallotti Hospital
Suite 2019, North Wing
Alexandra Road, Pinelands
CAPE TOWN
TELEPHONE: (021) 461 0497
PLEASE NOTE: Due to AN increasing demand for mental health services Dr Torline is unfortunately unable to assist with new patient appointments until January 2025.
Thank you so much for being understanding.
During a serious medical or psychiatric emergency please consider these resources.
Online Booking:
Online bookings are currently suspended. Please contact the practice by telephone or email to make an appointment. Thank you.