Ivor Callely
Question:94 Mr. Callely asked the Minister for Defence the consideration, if any, given to increase the activities and provision of services from St Bricin's Hospital, Dublin 7; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9255/98]
Vol. 489 No. 7
94 Mr. Callely asked the Minister for Defence the consideration, if any, given to increase the activities and provision of services from St Bricin's Hospital, Dublin 7; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9255/98]
St. Bricin's Hospital currently provides inpatient accommodation for up to 64 inpatients, a full pharmacy service and a wide range of outpatient services for members of the Defence Forces. Outpatient services provided include general surgery, psychiatry, physiotherapy, radiology, pathology, dental services — including periodontal treatment. The hospital is neither equipped nor staffed to provide services other than those provided at present.