What We Do

Mental health expertise

Mackay Private Hospital opened its dedicated 8 bed mental health unit in July 2020.

The unit provides treatment for mood disorders, anxiety, depression and older adult conditions and operates on a consultant team basis with highly qualified mental health nursing and therapy staff.

We have designed our mental health unit to deliver care in the least restrictive manner. This allows patients to feel relaxed and comfortable, with patient safety our first priority.

Mental health services

Our evidence-based treatment, comfortable facilities, and skilled and experienced staff, enhance the quality of care and health outcomes for our patients. Our specialised services include:

• Older persons mental health
• Acute adult psychiatry
• Mood disorders, anxiety and depression
• Inpatient therapy programs
• CBT-based programs
• A broad range of day therapy programs to support ongoing recovery and wellness

Mental health team

Our team of Psychiatrists, Medical, Nursing and Allied Health professionals provide expert care to manage and treat a wide range of mental health disorders. We offer a holistic approach with treatment provided in a safe, supportive environment for inpatients, day patients and outpatients.

Our hospital

Mackay Private Hospital is a comprehensive medical, rehabilitation and mental health facility. Our hospital delivers a range inpatient services supported by the latest technology and access to allied health services.

Mackay Private Hospital has:

• 26 rehabilitation beds
• A hydrotherapy pool
• Extensive day rehabilitation programs
• Outpatient rehabilitation clinic
• Outpatient psychiatry clinic
• Outpatient pain management clinic
• Outpatient respiratory clinic
• Outpatient memory clinic

Our specialised rehabilitation services include:

• Orthopaedics
• Falls and Balance
• Reconditioning
• Hydrotherapy

Part of Aurora Healthcare

Mackay Private Hospital is operated by Aurora Healthcare.

Our Australian portfolio comprises 16 private hospitals and community services in Australia’s major cities and key regional areas; with 1,000 mental health beds, 500 rehabilitation/medical beds and a range of outpatient and day programs making it one of the largest private providers in Australia’s mental health and rehabilitation sectors.

Accredited by ACHS

Our hospitals are fully accredited by the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards (ACHS). Aurora Healthcare is extremely proud of its commitment to improvement in all areas, our excellent relationships with Doctors, Specialists and staff, and our vision for the future. We are also recognised by the Department of Veteran Affairs as a Tier 1 hospital.