8 Million Euro Investment in Spinal Surgery at Mater Private Network as Irish working adults battle chronic back pain

Mater Private Network has unveiled a new spinal surgical theatre in Dublin, significantly expanding capacity. The culmination of an €8 million investment, the facilities place Mater Private at the forefront of spinal care nationally, providing world-class care while also reducing waiting times for patients. 

The expansion comes at a good time as recent research reveals a growing concern amongst Irish adults regarding their spinal and back health. The research, conducted by Mater Private in partnership with iReach, revealed that almost a third of Irish adults surveyed admitted to suffering from back pain in their daily lives¹. 

Survey findings tell us that:

• 30% of those surveyed experienced regular back pain and 13% of those respondents experienced daily pain
• 43% of those suffering with back pain worry about the long-term impact of their working environment on their spine health
• 55% believe prolonged sitting at a desk contributes most to their discomfort.
• 40% of adults with back pain have sought medical help or treatments specifically for work-induced back pain.

Speaking at the opening of Mater Private’s new Spinal Surgery Theatre, Clinical Director for Spine and Orthopaedics at Mater Private Network, Mr. Ashley Poynton stated, “We are proud to be further expanding our services and building upon our existing spinal surgery programme in Dublin. More adults than ever before are coming to us with back pain and discomfort, and there is no doubt that lifestyle and workplace practices are adding to that number. As the need for robust and effective spinal interventions grow, so too must the ability to treat patients, and we are pleased to be adding five new expert consultants to our team as part of this investment and expansion.”

Mater Private Network will now be able to offer spinal surgery five days a week at its Eccles Street hospital in Dublin 7. This expansion will enable timely care for routine and complex spinal procedures, including those that require on-site ICU services. For more information about the surgical services provided by Mater Private Network, visit here.