Question:
211 Dr. Upton asked the Minister for Health and Children if a person (details supplied) in Dublin 8 will receive a necessary and urgent hip replacement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3269/99]
Written Answers - Hospital Waiting Lists.
The provision of orthopaedic treatment in this case, in the first instance, is the responsibility of the Adelaide and Meath Hospitals, Dublin, incorporating the National Children's Hospital. I have, therefore, asked the chief executive officer to investigate this matter and respond directly to the Deputy.
Jack Wall
Question:212 Mr. Wall asked the Minister for Health and Children when a person (details supplied) in County Kildare will receive an appointment for a knee replacement operation in Tallaght General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3282/99]
The provision of orthopaedic treatment in this case, in the first instance, is the responsibility of the Adelaide and Meath Hospitals, Dublin, incorporating the National Children's Hospital. I have, therefore, asked the chief executive officer to investigate this matter and respond directly to the Deputy.