Home Mater Hospital About Us

Established by the Sisters of Mercy, North Sydney in 1906 and located on Sydney's North Shore the Mater is a leading private hospital renowned for it's high quality care, leading research and surgical procedures. The hospital's specialties include; cancer care, joint replacement, bone and sports injuries, maternity and women's health and heart, lung and vascular services.

The Mater also offers general surgery, intensive care, endoscopy unit and renal dialysis centre, all providing the latest in medical technology.

In 2001 the Mater merged with the St Vincent's Health Australia to form SV&MHS. It is an affiliated hospital of the University of Sydney and maintains close ties with many tertiary facilities for medical, nursing and allied health education. Increasingly, research and clinical trials are undertaken, particularly in the field of cancer.

Upholding the mission and values of the Sisters of Mercy and the Sisters of Charity remains a key priority. The Hospital is involved in a number of community programs aimed at helping the poor and marginalised. Each year, funding and support is provided to the Mercy Foundation. This ongoing commitment is one of the many ways the staff at the Mater demonstrate their dedication to helping those in need.

But what makes the Mater truly special is its compassionate and caring culture that gives individual attention to patient needs for healing body, mind and spirit. The same compassion and respect extends to staff, their families, volunteers and business associates.