Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 28 Nov 2000

Vol. 526 No. 6

Written Answers. - Hospital Waiting Lists.

John McGuinness

Question:

238 Mr. McGuinness asked the Minister for Health and Children if a vacancy exists in a special unit in Clonmel, County Tipperary, for a person (details supplied) in County Kilkenny who suffers from a head injury; if so, if he will insist on this person being placed in this unit in view of the fact that he has already been assessed and this is the only unit suitable for him; if he will deal with the matter urgently; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27390/00]

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Martin)

The provision of specialised health services to people with brain injuries is a matter for the relevant health board. Accordingly, the Deputy's question has been referred to the chief executive officer of the South Eastern Health Board, with a request that he examine the matter and reply directly to the Deputy, as a matter of urgency.

John McGuinness

Question:

239 Mr. McGuinness asked the Minister for Health and Children the reasons for the delay in arranging an appointment for a person (details supplied) in County Kilkenny for an assessment for a hip operation; and if a waiting list exists for such assessments. [27200/00]

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Martin)

The provision of medical treatment to eligible persons in County Kilkenny is, in this instance, the statutory responsibility of the South Eastern Health Board. My Department has asked the chief executive officer of the board to investigate the position in relation to this case and reply to the Deputy directly.