Mackay Private Hospital: Delivering Personalised Healthcare in the Heart of the Region
“A Community Hospital Serving the People of Mackay”
Located in the heart of the Mackay region, Mackay Private Hospital stands as a trusted name in private healthcare, setting the benchmark for patient-centred care. The hospital specialises in high-quality rehabilitation and mental health services, delivered by a dedicated team of experienced professionals in a compassionate and supportive environment.
General Manager Kathryn Behan highlights the hospital's unique role in the community:
“Mackay Private Hospital is the only facility in the region offering private inpatient sub-acute mental health and physical rehabilitation services. The hospital is surrounded by lush tropical courtyards and offers a place for patients and their families to retreat and enjoy their surroundings. Our hydrotherapy and various day programs are unique offerings that continue to support our patients after discharge.”
She adds, “While we work closely with both the Mater and the Base Hospital to support inpatient care demand across Mackay, these distinctive services truly set us apart in the healthcare landscape.”
Expanding Access: Allied Health Hub
A major new development at Mackay Private Hospital is the launch of its Allied Health Hub, significantly expanding outpatient care offerings in the region. While the hospital has historically focused on inpatient services, this initiative marks a vital step forward in meeting ongoing community needs.
The Hub now offers:
• Occupational therapy, with a special focus on paediatric developmental support
• Specialised hand therapy, certified hand therapist on site.
• Outpatient physiotherapy
• Exercise physiology, a growing service facilitated by a highly experienced exercise physiologist
Hydrotherapy sessions take place in a beautifully heated magnesium pool, providing a soothing, therapeutic environment ideal for wellness, rehabilitation, and reconditioning.
Additional offerings include:
• Over-60s exercise classes
• One-on-one assessments
• One-on-one hydrotherapy programs
Looking ahead, the hospital plans to introduce:
• A dedicated wound clinic to address the growing need for timely wound care
• A multidisciplinary paediatric service to support children with developmental delays
Though still in development, these services reflect the Allied Health Hub’s strong early impact and commitment to ongoing innovation.
Supporting Recovery: Day Programs
Mackay Private Hospital offers a comprehensive suite of specialised day programs designed to support mental health, physical recovery, and long-term wellness.
Key programs include:
• A dedicated Parkinson’s Program developed by neurological physiotherapists, offering early intervention, education, and practical support for those diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease
• Orthopaedic rehabilitation for post-surgical or injury recovery
• Pulmonary rehabilitation to enhance functioning for people with chronic lung conditions
• Cardiac rehabilitation to support people recovering from cardiac conditions or recent surgery
• Mental health day programs supporting individuals with PTSD, anxiety, depression, and more
Each program is delivered with expert clinical oversight and evidence-based therapies, empowering patients to build resilience and independence.
Comprehensive Inpatient Services
Mackay Private Hospital provides a broad range of inpatient services, supported by a multidisciplinary team of skilled allied health professionals.
The hospital is the region’s only private inpatient provider of sub-acute mental health services, featuring eight dedicated mental health beds. In the rehabilitation space, the hospital offers 26 rehabilitation beds, catering to a diverse mix of rehabilitation, sub-acute medical, and aged care transition patients.
Mackay Private works in close collaboration with Mackay Base Hospital and other public facilities to ensure seamless continuity of care and support patient flow across the system.
Since implementing new initiatives, Mackay Private Hospital continues to expand and enhance its services—making a lasting impact on both public and private healthcare throughout the Mackay region.
