Orthodontic Service Provision

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 28 November 2013

Thursday, 28 November 2013

Questions (164)

Denis Naughten

Question:

164. Deputy Denis Naughten asked the Minister for Health the steps that have been taken to investigate the sale and reuse of Health Service Executive braces by a dentist employed in the Galway orthodontic department; if the children who received these braces have been traced; the steps being taken to recover the funds; the disciplinary action to be taken; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51201/13]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Health (Deputy Alex White)

The HSE became aware of this matter in 2009. It was investigated at that time and the practices referred to by the Deputy ceased. The Deputy will appreciate that it is not appropriate for me to comment further in relation to an individual member of staff. I have asked the HSE to advise me if there are any outstanding issues that may need to be addressed.