asked the Minister for Health if it is intended to appoint an extra orthopaedic surgeon in the Southern Health Board area.
Written Answers. - Orthopaedic Surgeon.
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At present there are six full time orthopaedic surgeons in the Southern Health Board area. The appointment of an additional consultant orthopaedic surgeon is primarily a matter for the Southern Health Board which must have regard to competing priorities and the resources at its disposal in reaching a decision on this matter.