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At Mater Private we pride ourselves on our exceptional standards of patient care. Mater Private is a leading private hospital based in Dublin.

Our clinicians and staff are highly recognised for their skills and their dedication to delivering best-in-class treatment, surgery and care to all our patients We have offered specialist clinics, treatment and care to patients since 1986.

18/12/2025

As we come to the end of 2025, it feels like the perfect time to pause, reflect, and celebrate everything we have achieved this year. This year was marked by important milestones across our network, from investments in innovation and new services, education, community initiatives, patient care, and recognising the people who make Mater Private what it is. This video brings together some of those key moments.
We are incredibly proud of the dedication and commitment of our teams shown throughout the year. Thank you to everyone who contributed to making 2025 such a successful year.

16/12/2025

Jackie Bride is well-known in our Dublin hospital for making her way through the wards with her mobile shop filled with newspapers, toiletries, sweets, and small comforts. While the delivery of essentials to patients is an important part of her job, the connection she builds with patients matters more.

Speaking about her favourite part of the job, Jackie said: “The part of the job I enjoy most is meeting people and chatting with them. For some patients, I might be the only visitor they see apart from the medical staff, so they really appreciate someone taking the time to talk to them. I love meeting people, so this role is perfect for me. I absolutely love it.”

Jackie always goes the extra mile for our patients. She understands their needs well and works proactively to ensure those needs are met.

Thank you for all you do, Jackie.

15/12/2025

The Christmas period is a time when many people spend more time at home with family and loved ones. While we hope the season is safe and enjoyable, medical emergencies can happen at any time and do not pause for the holidays.

Being prepared can make a stressful situation easier to manage. Taking a few simple steps in advance can help ensure you have the right information and supplies if an emergency occurs at home.

To support you, we have created an emergency checklist. This checklist is designed to help you gather important items, documents and contact details so they are easy to access when you need them most.

For more information and to download the checklist, visit https://bit.ly/4bAlRa9

12/12/2025

Our Finance Department at Mater Private Network Dublin held a lovely bake and soap sale in support of SVP - Society of St. Vincent de Paul Ireland, helping to raise important funds for people in our local communities. Thank you to everyone who baked, bought, and stopped by. It was wonderful to see the Christmas spirit truly alive at this time of year.

11/12/2025

Medication is not the only way to treat pain. While medication can play an important role in providing day-to-day relief, it is only one part of a broader strategy.

In this video, Prof. Dominic Hegarty, consultant in pain management at Mater Private Network in Cork, explains how interventional techniques such as targeted injections, combined with rehabilitation and lifestyle-based therapies, can significantly improve quality of life for patients.

Take a look at the full video and learn more about pain management, https://bit.ly/4lZ0kfe

10/12/2025

Nutritious, well-planned meals play an important role in patient recovery, and for Michelle Smith, this is at the heart of her work on St. Elizabeth’s Ward.

For more than 17 years at Mater Private Network in Dublin, she has prepared and delivered meals which are vital to support healing.

Michelle’s daily visits often become a source of comfort for patients, she explained: “The most rewarding part of my role is getting to know the patients. Because I’m not part of the medical team, patients often find it easier to sit down and chat with me. Sometimes they just need someone to listen, and I’m happy to be that person for them. It helps to ease their worries, and that’s very important to me.”

Thanks for spending time listening and reassuring patients, Michelle.

08/12/2025

What an unforgettable weekend celebrating the passion, dedication, and resilience of Ireland’s incredible women in sport. On Saturday, we had the pleasure of attending the Olympic Sports Awards, an inspiring evening honouring the athletes who push boundaries, break records, and continue to motivate us all. We were especially proud to support our sponsored female athletes — Sarah Lavin, Eve MacMahon, Lara Gillespie, Nicola Tuthill, and Ellen Walshe — and to celebrate Eve MacMahon as she took home the Rising Star Award. A truly well-deserved recognition!
The excitement didn’t stop there. Ellen Walshe made history by winning gold in the 200m butterfly at the European Aquatics Short Course Championships in Poland, becoming the first Irish woman ever to claim a European Short Course title. What an incredible achievement for Ellen and a milestone moment for Irish sport.
We couldn’t be prouder of these phenomenal women. Their commitment, courage, and passion continue to inspire everyone around them and what a year it has been for them already.

05/12/2025

Nuclear medicine is an area of radiology that uses small amounts of radioactive materials that are injected into the blood stream, inhaled, or swallowed, to examine the structure and function of internal organs and tissue. The extent to which the radioactive materials are absorbed by different parts of the body may indicate the level of function of a particular organ or tissue.

For more information about our nuclear medicine service, visit our website https://bit.ly/3Xttytd

04/12/2025

Dr. JP Carpenter, consultant cardiologist at Mater Private Network, who has recently joined our team In Dublin, specialises in non-invasive cardiovascular imaging, including cardiac CT scans, MRI and echocardiogram.

With training and consultant experience across the UK, New Zealand and the UAE, he brings extensive international expertise to his role in Dublin.

Find out more about his experience and clinical focus on our website at link in bio.

02/12/2025

James Dunne is a perfusionist in training at Mater Private Network in Dublin and is currently working towards a master’s degree in perfusion science from Bristol University. His training combines academic study with extensive clinical experience.

As part of his programme, James spends three weeks each month in the theatre, gaining hands-on experience in cardiac surgery and learning the practical skills required in perfusion. Over the two-year course, he must complete 150 procedures to meet the clinical requirements of his training.

During his second year, James will complete a thesis research project as part of his degree. At the end of the programme, he must also undertake practical and administered by the Society and College of Clinical Perfusion Scientists of Great Britain and Ireland.

To learn more about the role of perfusionists, visit https://bit.ly/43i9lK6

01/12/2025

Great news from our cardiac team in Cork! Last month, the first TAVI procedure was carried out in our Cork hospital, a big step forward for heart care in the Munster region. TAVI is a minimally invasive procedure to replace a narrowed heart valve without the need for open-heart surgery. For suitable patients, this means a faster recovery, a shorter hospital stay, and returning to everyday life more quickly. Bringing this service to Cork means patients can now access this specialist care closer to home. This milestone is the result of months of preparation, training, and teamwork between our Cork and Dublin cardiology teams. A huge thanks to everyone involved.

To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/48n3ogA

28/11/2025

Prof. Robert Byrne, Director of Cardiology at Mater Private Network, joined Karl Henry on the Real Health podcast earlier this week to discuss key aspects of heart health.

During their conversation, Prof. Byrne highlighted how symptoms of heart disease can differ between men and women, and the signs that everyone should be aware of. He also explained that, while heart disease can be hereditary, there are several important risk factors that each of us can manage. Maintaining healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels, quitting smoking, and managing stress are essential, whether or not you have a family history of heart disease.

The episode also explores practical approaches to reducing your risk, including healthy diet, paying attention to your coffee consumption, and incorporating physical activities such as sea swimming.

To learn more about how you can take better care of your heart health, listen to the full episode https://bit.ly/4itmaHR

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We are proud to offer some of the most technologically advanced treatment options in the country and have pioneered many major developments in the delivery of healthcare in Ireland. Our team of over 300 leading consultants bring their patients from all over the country to our facilities with the highest confidence in the standard of care we can offer. Mater Private Healthcare Group includes – 2 hospitals located in Dublin and Cork, 2 advanced Cancer Centres in Limerick and Liverpool and a number of out-patient clinics in various locations throughout Ireland.