Mater Private Network

Mater Private Network 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.

18/09/2026

One of the common concerns patients have about hip replacement surgery is whether the recovery will be painful. Mr James Cashman, consultant orthopaedic surgeon at Mater Private Network, explains that while there is some pain from the surgical wound, the arthritis pain that led to the surgery typically improves very quickly.

Pain management after surgery involves a combination of approaches, including medication, local anaesthetic and early mobilisation. Engaging with physiotherapy, using ice packs to reduce swelling and taking an active role in rehabilitation can all help bring pain under control.

Learn more about hip replacements on our website, https://bit.ly/3TLkyAL

Our cardiology team have carried out one of the first dual-energy ablation procedures in Munster, offering a new option ...
16/09/2026

Our cardiology team have carried out one of the first dual-energy ablation procedures in Munster, offering a new option for people living with ventricular arrhythmia, a serious abnormal heart rhythm that begins in the lower chambers of the heart and can, in some cases, lead to cardiac arrest.

Until now, treating these rhythms has depended on a single energy source to target the faulty tissue. Our cardiology team in Cork can now switch between radiofrequency and pulsed field energy during the same procedure, choosing whichever suits the location and type of tissue involved.

Dr. Mahesh Pauriah, consultant cardiologist at Mater Private Network Cork, who led the procedure, says it gives patients more options for some of the more challenging heart rhythm disorders, and means selected patients across the country can access this specialist care in Cork rather than travelling further afield or overseas.

Learn more, https://bit.ly/4rgTlmf

11/09/2026

Changes in weight can become more common as we get older, but midlife weight gain can be associated with future cardiovascular disease, brain health and cancer risks.

Dr. Wilby Williamson, Head of Preventive Medicine at Mater Private Network Dublin, explains how a HealthCheck can provide a baseline for understanding factors such as blood pressure and blood sugars, helping identify areas where lifestyle changes or further intervention may be appropriate.

Mater Private HealthCheck combines a range of assessments to give you a more detailed, data-driven understanding of your health, fitness and future risk.

Find out more about our HealthCheck, https://bit.ly/3U5O4j6

09/09/2026

Atrial fibrillation, the most common irregular heart rhythm, can develop silently until it leads to something more serious like stroke or heart failure.

The good news is that spotting it early can start with a habit that takes less than a minute a day. Check your pulse regularly, ideally at the same time each day when you're relaxed. A normal pulse is between 60 and 100 beats per minute (bpm) and should feel even. If yours feels irregular, races above 120 bpm, or drops below 40 bpm, get it checked by your doctor.

This Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month, take thirty seconds to learn how to check your pulse, https://bit.ly/3Hpwli2

07/09/2026

Ankle arthritis can cause ongoing pain and affect how you move and stay active. While initial treatment may include painkillers and injections, some people may eventually require surgery.

Mr. Jean-Baptiste Néron, consultant orthopaedic surgeon at Mater Private Network Dublin, explains the two main surgical options for ankle arthritis: ankle replacement, which uses implants to replace damaged bone and cartilage, and ankle fusion, which blocks the joint. While fusion may sound unusual, Mr. Néron explains that it can provide reliable results and good function.

Read more about our ankle replacement on our website, https://bit.ly/4qW4Waa

Heart attacks don't always look the same in women as they do in men, and new guidelines are finally catching up to that ...
04/09/2026

Heart attacks don't always look the same in women as they do in men, and new guidelines are finally catching up to that fact. As September marks Heart Month, we welcome this update to the definition of heart attack. Some types of heart attack are more common in women, and are often linked to childbirth, exercise, or intense stress; these types have historically been treated as less urgent which meant delays in care and treatments that didn't always target the real cause.

That's now changing, with updated international guidance giving these presentations the priority they deserve.
Dr. Róisín Colleran, consultant cardiologist at Mater Private Network Dublin, and Janis Morrissey, Deputy CEO & Director of Services at the Irish Heart Foundation, joined RTÉ Radio 1's Today with David McCullagh to talk through what the update means and why recognising these differences matters for getting women the right care, faster.

If something feels wrong with your heart, trust yourself and get it checked, even if your symptoms don't match what you've always heard a heart attack looks like.

Listen to the interview, https://bit.ly/4gJcQPC

Your smartwatch can tell you a lot about your health, but it can’t tell you everything.Dr. Paul Hill, consultant cardiol...
02/09/2026

Your smartwatch can tell you a lot about your health, but it can’t tell you everything.

Dr. Paul Hill, consultant cardiologist at Mater Private Network in Cork, explains how wearable technology can help people become more aware of their cardiovascular health and, in some cases, identify issues that might otherwise go unnoticed.

However, readings such as heart rate, recovery and VO₂ max need to be considered in context. A smartwatch can provide useful information, but it cannot provide a diagnosis.

Read the full article, https://bit.ly/4zVfYRm

31/08/2026

Walking without limping doesn't mean your hip is fine. Many people hold off on surgery until the pain becomes unbearable, but that's not the only sign worth listening to.
Mr. James Cashman, consultant orthopaedic surgeon at Mater Private Network Dublin, explains that if pain is disrupting your sleep, limiting your independence, or stopping you from doing what you love, these are all valid reasons to seek a medical assessment.
If your hip pain is impacting your quality of life, that's a signal to take action, so don't wait until it gets worse.

Learn more about hip replacement, https://bit.ly/3TLkyAL

Interventional cardiologist Dr. Simon J. Walsh has been appointed as Director of the Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory ...
28/08/2026

Interventional cardiologist Dr. Simon J. Walsh has been appointed as Director of the Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory at Mater Private Cork, bringing internationally recognised expertise in complex coronary intervention to patients across Cork and Munster.

The appointment expands the hospital's Complex PCI service, treating some of the most challenging cases of coronary artery disease with two consultant interventional cardiologists working together in real time, supported by cardiology, cardiac imaging, cardiothoracic surgery and vascular medicine teams.

CEO Sandra Daly described it as a significant milestone for the hospital's cardiac service, strengthening access to advanced treatment for patients across the south of Ireland without the need to travel.

Learn more, https://bit.ly/4xnZAa9

Prostate cancer is the most common non-skin cancer in men, but it does not always cause noticeable symptoms in its early...
26/08/2026

Prostate cancer is the most common non-skin cancer in men, but it does not always cause noticeable symptoms in its early stages.

Speaking to the Irish Farmers Journal*, Dr. Richard Moore, consultant radiation oncologist at Mater Private Network Dublin, explains why regular health checks and conversations about prostate health are important, particularly as men get older.

Dr. Moore notes that many men diagnosed with prostate cancer today have no symptoms, with a small rise in PSA prompting further investigation. He also encourages men to consider their health from the age of 50, or 45 if there is a family history of cancer.

Read the full article, https://bit.ly/4idbsqL

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