About Alliance Medical
Alliance Medical is Europe’s leading provider of outsourced Diagnostic Imaging across Europe. In Ireland, we are headquartered in Limerick and have 40+ clinical locations throughout the country, including Dublin, Cork, Galway, Wexford, and Belfast.
On 31st January 2024, iCON Infrastructure LLP (iCON) completed the acquisition of the Alliance Medical Group (AMG, including AMDI). iCON is an experienced investor in healthcare and their acquisition of AMG underpins their commitment to a socially responsible investment portfolio.
Imaging Services
We invest heavily in our technology and our people to ensure we recruit, train and retain a highly qualified and competent team. Our radiographers are among the best specialists in Europe. Our radiologists are accredited by the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland.
Alliance Medical holds both clinical accreditation and ISO 9001 certification. As a diagnostic Imaging company we are regulated by HIQA, EPA and the Health and Safety Authority in the Republic of Ireland. In Northern Ireland, we are regulated by RQIA. We are independently audited annually by CHKS.
What We Do
Diagnostic imaging (MRI, CT, X-Ray, Ultrasound, PET-CT, DXA scans) is a very important part of the pathway to improving healthcare outcomes. By diagnosing medical conditions we assist your primary Clinicians to help you get the most appropriate treatment. Alliance Medical is a company which specialises in delivering high quality diagnostic imaging for our patients in many centres throughout Ireland. We do this with local teams of highly qualified Consultant Radiologists and Radiographers utilising modern equipment in safe internationally accredited facilities.
We aim to provide your patients with high quality, efficient, affordable diagnostic imaging which is reported by local Consultant Radiologists. We partner with all of the leading Private Health insurance companies to deliver our services to your patients seamlessly.
To make your interaction with us more efficient we are continually improving our IT systems so you can view and order diagnostic imaging electronically on a wide range of platforms.
Alliance Medical makes life easier for hospitals and clinicians. Our Diagnostic Imaging services are designed to take as much of the management, technical and financial burden from your shoulders as possible, leaving you free to concentrate on patients and medical outcomes.
We help you to increase your capacity, integrate leading-edge scanning equipment, and deliver a high quality and efficient service that is a natural extension of your hospital’s existing patient offering.
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The Alliance Medical Team
- Malcolm joined us in 2007 as the General Manager for Alliance Medical in Ireland, before becoming the Managing Director in 2009.
- Before joining the business, he spent 22 years with Siemens Healthcare in several engineering roles including being responsible for Ireland’s first MRI installation as well as the country’s first Siemens Linear Accelerator.
- From 2000 he was the Ireland Sales Manager, successfully leading the team towards numerous leading market positions.
- Malcolm is a Chartered Engineer with an MBA from University College Dublin as well as an MSc in experimental physics specialising in MRI.
- Away from Alliance Medical, Malcolm enjoys competing at Marathon Canoeing and has been Irish National Champion several times as well as World Veterans Champion in 2008.
- Helena joined us in 2008 as the MRI Clinical Specialist for MRI Drogheda, before becoming North East Regional Manager in 2009.
- Before joining the business, Helena spent 7 years working as a radiographer in many different roles transitioning from Basic Grade Radiographer in Beaumont Hospital, Dublin to Senior Radiographer/Clinical Tutor in Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, London and then moving on to work in the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Sydney and Footscray Private Medical Practice in Melbourne.
- Helena is a Diagnostic Radiographer qualified in 2002 from University College Dublin.
- After 2 years of travelling Helena returned to Ireland in 2006 to focus on developing her career in MRI and successfully completed an MSc in MRI Medical Imaging from University College Dublin. Helena has recently completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Finance and Business in the Irish Management Institute Dublin supported by UCC.
- Away from Alliance, Helena enjoys playing Gaelic games including camogie and football. Helena has won All Ireland titles at both club and county level including Player of the year twice. Helena has a keen interest in travelling and learning and engaging with people from various backgrounds and cultures.
- Eimear joined Alliance Medical in July 2009.
- Eimear is the HR Director and is responsible for all aspects of Human Resource Management including recruitment, training and development, performance management and employee relations.
- Prior to her current position, Eimear worked as a HR generalist for 10 years in a number of large organisations in Ireland.
- She is a graduate member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development and also has post graduate qualifications in Business Studies and Human Resources management.
- The combination of Eimear’s academic and practical experience ensure that the needs of employees and the Company are successfully met.
- Martin Degnan joined Alliance Medical in Ireland as Financial Controller in 2010 , before becoming Chief Financial Officer in 2019.
- Prior to Alliance Medical, Martin was Finance Shared Services Manager for Heineken Ireland’s Wholesale business where he spent 12 years having joined in 1996.
- Previous to Heineken Ireland, Martin was Financial Controller in various companies within Kerry Group Plc where he successfully led various financial and operational projects.
- Martin holds a degree in Accounting and Finance from Dublin City University and is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.
- Away from Alliance Medical , Martin is married with two children and enjoys hiking and travelling.
- David is a Diagnostic Radiographer with a BSc (Hons) degree graduating in 1999 from the University of Wales, Bangor.
- David has completed the Executive MBA at UCD Smurfit Business School.
- In the years from graduation to joining Alliance David has worked in various posts transitioning from basic grade Radiographer to band 7 Radiographer, and has experience of general Radiography, MRI, CT & Neuro angiographic and interventional procedures.
- In 2001 David travelled to Australia and worked in both the public and private sector as a Diagnostic Radiographer in Brisbane, Perth, and Sydney.
- Before returning to Ireland David completed his MSc in Medical Magnetic Imaging through City University, London, achieving a distinction.
- Away from Alliance Medical, David is married with two children, enjoys family life, cycling, snowboarding, music, and photography.
- Helen joined Alliance Medical in 2024 as Commercial and Strategy Manager.
- Helen has over 20 years’ experience in the hospital and healthcare industry, delivering strategic growth and operational excellence.
- Proven track record in managing complex operations, driving substantial sales growth, and negotiating high-impact deals.
- Expertise in Radiology, Cardiology, Surgery, and Oncology, with a focus on improving patient outcomes and developing innovative solutions.
- Skilled in Lean Transformation and quality assurance, integrating digital health innovations to optimise clinical workflows.
- Holds an Executive MBA from UCD Smurfit Graduate Business School, specialising in strategic management and healthcare innovation.
- Deep knowledge of health economics and healthcare management, ensuring effective resource allocation and service delivery.
- Helen is a Board Member of Healthtech Ireland, shaping the strategic direction of the healthcare technology sector in Ireland.
- Helen is the Vice Chairperson of local Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann, promoting Irish music, culture, and language.
- Outside Alliance Medical, Helen is a lifelong traditional musician and published creative writer.
- Larry joined Alliance Medical in January 2020.
- Larry is a Diagnostic Radiographer, holding a BSc in Diagnostic Radiography from St George’s University of London (2013) and an MSc in Magnetic Resonance Imaging from University College Dublin.
- Larry completed an Executive MBA at UCD Michael Smurfit Business School in 2022.
- Larry began his career in the UK, gaining experience in the NHS, before returning to Ireland and progressing through senior clinical roles, including MRI Clinical Specialist. This journey has given him extensive expertise in MRI, CT and cardiac imaging.
- Since joining Alliance Medical, Larry has advanced through several senior operational and leadership roles, including Multi‑Site Unit Manager and Area Operations Manager, and is currently Regional Operations Manager for the South.
- A radiographer by profession with 15+ yrs clinical experience, specialising in MRI.
- As IT Director, Julie Anne leads Alliance Medical’s digital transformation strategy.
- She is responsible for the development and implementation of strategic IT programmes to enhance overall business competitiveness.
- Julie Anne has led the integration of multiple clinical technology platforms, improving efficiency in diagnostic services and the patient journey.
- Her current focus is on the adoption of native cloud technologies to deliver secure, high performing and resilient infrastructure, incorporating AI solutions to enhance business operations.
- Michele joined Alliance Medical in April 2019
- She is responsible for all aspects of the Alliance Medical Quality Management System, this includes:
- Patient Safety
- Regulatory compliance
- Accreditation and certification
- Risk Management
- Clinical and quality outcomes
- Data protection
- Before moving to Ireland in 2018, Michele worked as a Quality Systems Specialist for one of the largest private healthcare hospital groups in South Africa
- Michele holds a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy degree from a leading university in South Africa and has more than 20 years of clinical and corporate experience
- Out of work she is a Mom to 2 children and enjoys cooking and sporting activities with her family.
Our Vision and Values
i-Refer Guidelines
Alliance Medical accepts referrals which are clinically justified in accordance with the i-refer guidelines.
i-Refer guidelines have been adopted as the pan European guidelines.
Please follow this link for further information: www.irefer.org.uk
Alliance Medical Diagnostic Imaging Ltd. accept Dexa referrals which align with the ISCD criteria:
- i-Refer conforms to the highest evidence-based standards
- Protects the patient from unnecessary ionising radiation
- Provides recommendations based on current, evidence-based guidelines, focusing on those most relevant to primary and emergency care.
- Provides the evidence base for which imaging resources can be used efficiently and effectively, while providing a rational basis to ensure the best use of time and other resources in clinical radiology.
- Offers some guidance for asymptomatic individuals.
Just A Minute (JAM Card©)
Alliance Medical is proud to announce that we have partnered with the NOW Group to become a JAM Card© friendly organisation. Just a Minute of Patience (JAM) cards provide an easy way for us to identify people with communication barriers and hidden disabilities, to give them quality customer care based on their needs. The JAM Card© was created by NOW Group, a social enterprise that supports people with learning difficulties and autism into jobs with a future.
- Just. A. Minute. That is what JAM Card© stands for and that is what it gives you – just as much time and patience as you need in public or social situations.
- We are confident that all our employees are trained in how to support someone who may present their JAM Card© at any of our diagnostic imaging clinics.
- Discreet and efficient – we will be able to cater to all your individual needs.
- We are on a journey towards inclusion and strive to nurture diversity within our workplace.
- Find out more about NOW at www.nowgroup.org and JAM Card© at www.jamcard.org.
Practitioner to Patient Explanation
Practitioner_to_Patient_Explanation – poster (PDF)