Mater Private Network Significantly Expands Spinal Surgery Offering in Dublin with €8 million investment
- New spine operating theatre expands surgical capacity at Eccles St. hospital
- Five new spine consultants to join team at Mater Private Network in 2024
Mater Private Network today opens its ninth state-of-the-art operating theatre at their flagship hospital in Eccles Street, with an €8 million capital investment in a dedicated spinal surgery suite and associated technology. This expansion underscores Mater Private Network’s dedication to investing in new and innovative technologies, to pave the way for the future of private healthcare here in Ireland.
Equipped with the latest advancements in surgical technology, including surgical pendants, operating lights, and control systems, Theatre Nine’s Ultra Clean Canopy (UCC) over the operating table also ensures the highest air quality standards and improves microbiological cleanliness to protect the wound site from surgical infections. The development also includes the addition of new equipment stores, recovery beds, and enhanced staff facilities within the theatre department. Aligned with this expansion in theatre capacity, five new spine consultants will join the Mater Private Network surgical team in 2024. These additions significantly increase resources and allow the team to treat more spine patients than ever before, especially those involving complex procedures requiring access to an on-site ICU.
Speaking at the opening of the new operating theatre, Clinical Director for Spine and Orthopaedics at Mater Private Network, Mr. Ashley Poynton stated, “Mater Private Network is committed to delivering world-class spine surgical services through continuous investment in cutting-edge technologies and the recruitment of highly skilled professionals. With the opening of this new facility and the expansion of our hard-working team, we can continue to drive the future of spinal care in Ireland. This expansion underscores our mission to provide exceptional patient-centric care and improve health outcomes across the board. We look forward to this next chapter.”
Also speaking at the event, Mater Private Network CEO Mr. John Hurley commended the theatre staff saying… “2024 has been a busy year for development at Mater Private Network. We have already completed some significant projects and a number of expansion plans are in the pipeline. I’d like to thank the superb team of surgeons, theatre nurses, anaesthetists, and everyone else involved, for their commitment to delivering uninterrupted and exceptional patient care throughout this complex construction project, that culminates today in the opening of these wonderful new facilities.”
These improvements are part of Mater Private Network’s broader strategy to ensure the Network remains at the forefront of medical innovation and patient care in Ireland. Additionally, this development will also increase operating capacity in the Dublin hospital for other specialties including orthopaedics, ophthalmology, and oncology procedures. To learn more about the services provided by Mater Private Network visit www.materprivate.ie
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