At Netcare, our inspiration to excel in providing medical innovation and quality care is to be found in our values. We continue to focus on living our core value of care, and the associated values of dignity, participation, truth and passion. Care at every level of our organisation is fundamental to Netcare's sustainability and our contribution to the countries in which we operate. It provides the reference point for all our people as we transform our businesses and seek to build bridges of trust with our patients, doctors and all other stakeholders.

Our core purpose

Helping care for the health of humankind.

Our long-term goals

To become the leading African healthcare group best known for:

• Delivering quality, innovative healthcare solutions to patients on every continent of the world; and
• Successfully broadening access to affordable, quality healthcare to as many South Africans as possible.

Our vision

• Develop and implement successful solutions to provide quality, affordable healthcare to the people of South Africa and globally by inspiring our people, creating new healthcare horizons and delivering value to all stakeholders.
• Be a leading corporate citizen, proud of our heritage and what we give to society. 
• Strive for excellence in a unique brand of patient care delivered by people who are passionate about the sanctity of life, personal respect and dignity.
• Invest in people, infrastructure and technology and establish lasting partnerships with healthcare professionals.

Our values

At Netcare, our core value is care. We care about the dignity of our patients and all members of the Netcare family. We care about the participation of our people and our partners in everything we do. We care about truth in all our actions. We are passionate about quality care and professional excellence.

• Care - The basis of our business. The professional, ethical patient care and services we offer at every level of the organisation.
• Truth - The crucial element in building relationships that work. Open communication with honesty and integrity is essential.
• Dignity - An acknowledgement of the uniqueness of individuals. A commitment to care with the qualities of respect and understanding.
• Passion - The creative, passionate and innovative drive to do things better than before – to develop and implement successful healthcare solutions for all.
• Participation - The willingness and desire to work in productive and creative partnerships with others and the commitment to communicate.

Our core purpose  
Our long-term goals 
Our vision
Our values