CUH Charity Gala Ball 2025 Celebrating 40 Years of Cardiac Surgery

In 1985, a spark of generosity lit the way for cardiac surgery in Munster. When the Ford Motor Company closed its Marina plant, it donated £250,000 to Cork’s Regional Hospital. That gift funded specialist equipment, recruited expert staff, and laid the foundation for a department that has since saved thousands of lives.

Now, four decades later, we honour that legacy – and invite you to help fuel the future.

A Tribute to Generosity and Innovation

This Gala Ball is more than a party. It’s a tribute to the pioneers, the patients, and the power of community. From Mr. Tom Aherne’s appointment as the first Cardiothoracic Surgeon to today’s life-saving advancements, we celebrate every heartbeat made possible by generosity.