Hospital Waiting Lists.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 2 June 2004

Wednesday, 2 June 2004

Questions (203)

Billy Timmins

Question:

195 Mr. Timmins asked the Minister for Health and Children the position regarding a person (details supplied) in County Carlow who is waiting to be admitted to Cappagh Hospital to have their hip replaced (details supplied); if in view of the fact that they suffers from rheumatoid arthritis and is in a lot of pain; if this appointment can be expedited; if they can be admitted as a matter of urgency; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16947/04]

Written answers

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Martin)

Responsibility for the provision of services for people resident in County Carlow is, in the first instance, a matter for the South Eastern Health Board. My Department has, therefore, asked the chief executive officer of the board to investigate the matter and reply directly to the Deputy.

Question No. 196 answered with QuestionNo. 187.