Canberra Health Services
About Company
Access to reliable, high-quality healthcare is essential for every community. In the Australian Capital Territory, Canberra Health Services (CHS) plays a vital role in providing comprehensive medical care and support to hundreds of thousands of residents each year.
As the largest public healthcare provider in the region, Canberra Health Services is committed to delivering high-quality patient-centred healthcare that supports individuals, families, and communities at every stage of life. Through its hospitals, community health centres, and specialised programs, CHS ensures that people across Canberra have access to safe, compassionate, and innovative healthcare.
About Canberra Health Services
Canberra Health Services delivers a broad range of across the Australian Capital Territory on behalf of the ACT Government. The organisation’s mission is to provide accessible, high-quality healthcare services that prioritise patient wellbeing and clinical excellence.
Headquartered in Garran, Australian Capital Territory, CHS supports a population of more than 500,000 people through an integrated network of hospitals and community-based healthcare facilities.
With a workforce of over 5,000 healthcare professionals, the organisation brings together expertise across multiple disciplines to ensure coordinated and effective care for patients throughout the region.
Our Commitment to Patient-Centred Care
At the core of Canberra Health Services is a strong commitment to patient-centred healthcare. Every service is designed to support individuals with respect, compassion, and clinical expertise.
The organisation focuses on:
- Delivering safe and evidence-based medical care
- Improving patient outcomes through multidisciplinary collaboration
- Ensuring culturally responsive and inclusive healthcare
- Expanding access to essential community health services
By combining advanced medical expertise with compassionate care, CHS continues to strengthen healthcare delivery across the ACT.
Public Hospitals Serving the Canberra Community
Canberra Health Services operates three major public hospitals that provide a wide range of medical and surgical services for the region.
Canberra Hospital
Canberra Hospital is the largest public hospital in the ACT and provides comprehensive acute inpatient services, emergency care, specialist treatments, and complex medical procedures.
University of Canberra Hospital
University of Canberra Hospital focuses on rehabilitation and recovery services, supporting patients through specialised programs designed to restore mobility, independence, and quality of life.
North Canberra Hospital
North Canberra Hospital provides essential medical and surgical services, ensuring accessible healthcare for residents across the region.
Together, these hospitals form the backbone of Canberra’s public hospital network, delivering specialised care across multiple medical disciplines.
Comprehensive Healthcare Services
Canberra Health Services provides a diverse range of hospital and community healthcare services designed to support patients throughout their health journey.
Acute and Specialist Hospital Care
- Acute inpatient and day surgery services
- Outpatient clinics
- Surgical and medical treatments
- Medical imaging and pathology services
Women’s and Children’s Health
- Maternity services
- Paediatric care
- Family and child health programs
Community and Preventive Health Services
- Community health centres offering general and specialist healthcare
- Walk-in Centres providing free treatment for minor illness and injuries
- Chronic disease management programs
Specialist Medical Services
CHS also provides a wide range of specialist healthcare services, including:
- Mental health services
- Oncology and cancer care
- Cardiology and neurology
- Rehabilitation programs
- Pharmacy and medication management
- Allied health support services
These integrated services ensure that patients receive coordinated care across both hospital and community settings.
Accredited Healthcare Excellence
Canberra Health Services is fully accredited by the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards (ACHS), demonstrating the organisation’s commitment to maintaining high clinical standards and delivering safe, high-quality healthcare.
Accreditation reflects CHS’s dedication to:
- Clinical safety and quality improvement
- Evidence-based healthcare practices
- Continuous monitoring of patient outcomes
- Transparent and accountable healthcare delivery
These standards help ensure that patients receive reliable care from highly trained medical professionals.
A Skilled and Diverse Healthcare Workforce
The strength of Canberra Health Services lies in its dedicated workforce of more than 5,000 healthcare professionals. The organisation brings together experts from across medical, nursing, and allied health fields to provide coordinated and comprehensive care.
Key specialties include:
- Nursing and clinical care
- Medical imaging and pathology
- Surgery and anaesthesia
- Oncology and chronic disease management
- Rehabilitation and allied health services
- Mental health and wellbeing programs
This multidisciplinary approach allows CHS to deliver integrated healthcare services that meet the evolving needs of the ACT community.
Respectful Community Engagement
Canberra Health Services values respectful and constructive communication with the public. To maintain a positive environment across its digital platforms, the organisation enforces clear community guidelines.
Comments or behaviours that include offensive language, bullying, harassment, or spam may be removed in accordance with its social media policies.
More information about these guidelines can be found here:
https://www.canberrahealthservices.act.gov.au/about-us/media-centre/social-media-guidelines
Organisation Overview
Canberra Health Services
Headquarters: Garran, Australian Capital Territory
Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Company Size: 5,001–10,000 employees
Website:
http://www.canberrahealthservices.act.gov.au
Building a Healthier Future for Canberra
Healthcare is more than treatment—it is about building healthier communities and improving lives. Through its hospitals, community programs, and specialised medical services, Canberra Health Services continues to strengthen the healthcare system across the Australian Capital Territory.
By combining clinical expertise, modern healthcare infrastructure, and a commitment to patient-centred care, the organisation remains a trusted provider of public healthcare for Canberra’s growing population.
As healthcare needs continue to evolve, Canberra Health Services remains dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality care that supports the wellbeing of individuals, families, and communities across the ACT.
