Project Overview
Date :
December 2015
Project Value :
€48 million
Location :
James's Street,
Dublin 8, Ireland
Mercer’s Institute for Successful Ageing: Revolutionizing Ageing Research and Care
Introduction to Mercer’s Institute for Successful Ageing
Mercer’s Institute for Successful Ageing (MISA) at St James’s Hospital stands as a testament to the evolution of clinical services for the ageing population. This state-of-the-art facility serves as a hub for integrated clinical services and world-leading research in ageing, promoting patient-centred care and facilitating far-reaching educational and training programs.
The Journey of Constructing MISA
The construction of MISA, entrusted to BAM, involved significant diversions of the hospital's existing underground services, site clearance works, and refurbishment of the existing Hospital 5. The project culminated in a seven-storey building that sets new standards for ageing research and care facilities.
Unique Features of MISA
MISA offers a comprehensive range of facilities including early diagnostic and rapid access care clinics, inpatient acute assessment, rehabilitation and continuing care units. It also serves as a local resource to the surrounding community, while establishing itself as a national centre for successful ageing in Ireland.
MISA's Impact and Contributions
MISA has responded proactively to the need for innovation in delivering services for Ireland’s ageing population. It collaborates with industry partners to advance healthy life-years and to develop innovative research and technologies
MISA: A Cornerstone for Successful Ageing
The Institute's efforts have revolutionized the concept of successful ageing, providing top-notch facilities and medical care for the ageing population while also serving as a platform for groundbreaking research in the field.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mercer’s Institute for Successful Ageing?
Mercer’s Institute for Successful Ageing is a state-of-the-art facility at St James’s Hospital that serves as a hub for integrated clinical services and world-leading research in ageing.
What services does MISA offer?
MISA offers early diagnostic and rapid access care clinics, along with inpatient acute assessment, rehabilitation, and continuing care units.
What is the focus of MISA's research?
MISA focuses on ageing research, working with industry partners to advance healthy life-years and to develop innovative research and technologies.
How is MISA contributing to the community?
MISA serves as a local resource to the surrounding community, while offering Ireland a national centre for successful ageing.
Who was responsible for constructing MISA?
The construction of MISA was carried out by BAM.
