Our names are changing
Making it easier to find the right care
Melbourne Teaching Health Clinics is now MTHC, and our service names are changing too.
It’s a simpler way to find our services, get the support you need and experience more of what MTHC has to offer.
A change for more connected care
We’re bringing our services together more clearly under MTHC.
You’ll notice new names and branding, but this is about more than how we look. It's part of making it easier to understand what MTHC offers, find the right service and access additional support when you need it.
And while our names are changing, the people, experience and service you know remain at the heart of MTHC.
Melbourne Teaching Health Clinics is now MTHC
We’re using MTHC as the main name for our organisation.
Our purpose, people and services remain the same. The simpler name better reflects everything we do across healthcare, education and research.
SUPPORT ACROSS DAILY LIFE
What this means for you
The most visible change will be our names and branding. Behind that, we’re continuing to improve how you find, access and experience our services.
What’s changing
- Melbourne Teaching Health Clinics is now MTHC
- Existing clinic names will transition to MTHC service names
- You’ll see the new branding across our website, signage and communications
- It will become easier to recognise the range of services available through MTHC
- We’ll continue to improve how you find and access the right service and support
What’s staying the same
Your care and treatment plan
Your clinical team
Your appointments and existing arrangements
Referral pathways
Service locations and contact details
We’re making this change gradually.
You might see old and new names together for a while.
Find the service you know
| Previous name | New name |
|---|---|
| Melbourne Dental Clinic | MTHC: Dental |
| Melbourne Eyecare Clinic | MTHC: Eyecare |
| Melbourne Hearing Care Clinic | MTHC: Hearing Care |
| Melbourne Occupational Therapy Clinic | MTHC: Occupational Therapy |
| Melbourne Physiotherapy and Movement Clinic | MTHC: Physiotherapy |
| University of Melbourne Psychology Clinic | MTHC: Psychology |
| Shepparton Medical Centre | MTHC: Shepparton Medical Centre |
| Melbourne Speech Pathology Clinic | MTHC: Speech Pathology |
Why we’re making these changes
MTHC offers a broad range of health services, but our different clinic names have not always made that easy to see.
Bringing our services together under MTHC makes it simpler to understand who we are, what we offer and where to go when you need support.
It's part of a broader focus on making your experience with MTHC better – from finding the right service and accessing care, through to understanding what other support may be available to you.
Our specialist expertise remains. We’re making it easier for you to access more of it.
HEALTHCARE, EDUCATION AND RESEARCH FOR IMPACT
About MTHC
MTHC brings healthcare, education and research together in one connected organisation.
Across our services, we provide healthcare for a wide range of needs while creating real-world learning opportunities for future health professionals and contributing to research that can improve care.
Healthcare with a wider purpose
As a not-for-profit social enterprise, MTHC reinvests surplus revenue to create wider community benefit – including improving access to care and supporting education, training and workforce development.
Our connection with the University of Melbourne
MTHC is a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Melbourne. We operate as our own organisation with our own board, leadership team, workforce and services.
Our close connection with the University strengthens healthcare, education and research while MTHC is responsible for delivering our services and managing our own operations.
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You may already know us through one of our services, but there is more happening across MTHC.
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Frequently asked questions
Why am I still seeing the old clinic name in some places?
We're updating our names gradually across our website, signage and communications. You may see old and new names together for a while during this process.
Can health professionals still refer in the same way?
Yes. Referral pathways haven't changed. Healthcare professionals can continue to refer to our services in the same way. We’ll also continue to recognise our previous service name during the transition.
If you're ever unsure, you can check with the service directly.
Does MTHC still run teaching health clinics?
Yes. Teaching remains an important part of what we do. We provide teaching clinics where clinicians in training deliver care under close supervision, as well as services delivered by fully qualified clinicians.
The type of appointment available depends on the service you book. Check the service pages for more detail or chat with our team when you’re booking your appointment.
I have appointments booked under the old name. Do I need to re-book?
No. Your appointment isn't affected by the name change. Your booking, time and clinician stay the same.
You might notice the new MTHC service name on appointment confirmations, invoices or signage.
Can I still contact the service in the same way?
Yes. Our phone numbers, email addresses and service locations are the same. If a contact detail is changing for any other reason, it'll be updated on the relevant service page.
Who do I contact if I have questions about this change?
Talk to our team, we're happy to help. Contact us at mthc-marketing@unimelb.edu.au.
Will this affect my Medicare or private health fund rebates?
No. The name change itself won't affect the rebates available for your care.
Medicare and private health fund rebates will continue to depend on the service you receive and your individual eligibility or level of cover.
If you're unsure about the rebate available for your appointment, please check with our team or your private health fund.
Is a referral written for the old clinic name still valid?
Yes. You don't need a new referral just because our service name has changed.
We'll continue to recognise referrals using our previous service names during the transition. The usual requirements for your referral, including any applicable validity period, will still apply.
If you or your referring health professional are unsure, please contact the service and we'll help.
One connected system of care
MTHC is where healthcare, education and research come together
SUPPORT FOR CHANGING NEEDS
A connected system of care
We offer a range of services to support people across different health needs and stages of life. You can move easily between services as your needs change, without starting from scratch each time.
PURPOSE‑LED HEALTHCARE
A subsidiary of the University of Melbourne
We're a not-for-profit healthcare organisation and wholly-owned subsidiary of the University of Melbourne. This means high-quality, evidence-informed care for you and your family.