Founded in 1950, Latrobe Health Services was established by power industry workers to provide medical services such as ambulances for residents in the Latrobe Valley, Victoria. Over 75 years on, much has changed with Latrobe Health now providing hospital and extras coverage for more than 100,000 members Australia-wide. However, the spirit of our founders remains within our commitment to regional and rural communities as a not-for-profit, for-purpose health insurer.
Latrobe Health exists to benefit and support its members and the communities in which they live. In 1991 we established Maryvale Private Hospital, Gippsland’s only private acute medical and surgical hospital. Since its inception, Maryvale has cared for more than 44,000 patients in the Gippsland region. Today, it’s a key health hub contributing to education and clinical programs such as diabetic care, cancer services, palliative care, breast care and men’s health.
Our commitment to the regions in which our members live also includes support for community medical clinics and sponsorship of programs aimed at improving access to health services for rural and regional communities. These initiatives include supporting Phoenix Australia, Quantum Support Services, Gippsland Community Leadership Program and Gippsland Business Awards.
Having grown to care for members Australia-wide, our community initiatives have grown too. We are the founding partner of Shane Warne Legacy, bringing free and accessible Shane Warne Legacy Health checks to Australians nationwide.
