PremSmart® 2.0
by Infant Centre
www.infantcentre.ie
PremSmart® 2.0 is a digital solution to optimise nutritional care for preterm infants. PremSmart combines specially designed intravenous nutrition formulations with a decision-support system that helps clinicians match nutrition more closely to a baby’s changing needs.

The product gives premature babies a stronger start transforming neonatal nutrition in Ireland.

Developed through collaboration between the INFANT Research Centre and the Health Service Executive (HSE), the system is designed to support babies through one of the most complex stages of care — when they transition from intravenous feeding to milk. PremSmart®2.0 is a Winner of the 2022 Clinical Innovation Award.
Key benefits:
  • Improves babies’ nutrition – Premature babies are more consistently reaching recommended nutritional levels, supporting better growth.
  • Standardises care – It helps ensure that babies receive consistent, high-quality nutritional care across neonatal units.
  • Reduces workload for healthcare staff – The decision-support system simplifies what was previously a complex and time-consuming process.
  • Saves money for the health service – PremSmart has generated estimated cost savings of around €1 million per year.
  • Gives families greater reassurance – Knowing that their premature baby is receiving appropriate nutrition through a consistent system can provide parents with confidence during an overwhelming period.

Focus: Neonatal / Paediatrics