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Beacon Hospital Launches Ireland’s Largest Private Rheumatology Centre to Meet Rising Demand

Beacon Hospital has launched Ireland’s largest private rheumatology centre, offering integrated diagnostics, infusion therapies and multidisciplinary care to meet rising demand.

By Chantal Thurlby-Alexander April 7, 2026 3 min read

Pictured at the opening of Beacon Hospital’s new Rheumatology Centre are left to right: Dr John-Paul Doran, Consultant Rheumatologist, Dr Orla Ni Mhuircheartaigh, Consultant in Rheumatology & General Internal Medicine, Prof David Kane, Consultant Rheumatologist, Dr Javaneh Lyons, Consultant Rheumatologist and Dr Catherine Hughes, Consultant Rheumatologist.

Beacon Hospital has announced the opening of its new Rheumatology Centre, representing the largest and most comprehensive private rheumatology service of its kind in Ireland.

The purpose-built centre is designed to deliver specialist, patient-centred care for individuals living with autoimmune, inflammatory, degenerative and musculoskeletal conditions, bringing together advanced diagnostics, infusion therapies and multidisciplinary clinical expertise within a single setting.