Dedicated to Excellence in Mental Health Care
Dr. Lydia Maodi is a specialist psychiatrist whose practice bridges clinical excellence, academic leadership, and pioneering research in mental health.
Education & Qualifications
Comprehensive training from leading South African medical institutions
MBCHB
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from MEDUNSA (now Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University)
MMED (PSYCH)
Master of Medicine in Psychiatry from MEDUNSA, with focus on mental illness and HIV comorbidity
FC PSYCH (SA)
Fellow of the College of Psychiatrists of South Africa through CMSA (Colleges of Medicine South Africa)
Professional Roles
Multiple facets of psychiatric practice and professional leadership
Private Practice
Runs private practices in Hartbeespoort and Brits areas with an outstanding multidisciplinary team, providing holistic management of mental health conditions.
Academic Leadership
Senior lecturer at Sefako Makgatho University, involved in undergraduate training of medical students and postgraduate training of psychiatrists with the College of Psychiatrists South Africa.
Independent Medical Examiner
Certified by the American Board of Independent Medical Examiners, providing expert assessments and reviews disability assessments for Momentum Health Disability Group.
Research & Publications
MMED dissertation on mental illness and HIV comorbidity presented at national and international conferences and published as a booklet available on Amazon.
Professional Commitments
Upholding the highest standards of ethical practice and professional conduct
HPCSA Committee Service
Several years of service on the Professional Conduct Committee and Inter-board Health Committee at the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
SASOP Committee Member
Currently serving on the Ethics and Disability Committee for the South African Society of Psychiatrists (SASOP), contributing to professional standards and best practices.
Philosophy of Care
Dr. Maodi believes in advancing mental health care through ethical, evidence-based approaches that integrate clinical excellence with academic insight. Her practice emphasizes a holistic, multidisciplinary approach that addresses each patient's unique needs with compassion and professional expertise.