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Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 13 October 2015

Tuesday, 13 October 2015

Questions (337)

Maureen O'Sullivan

Question:

337. Deputy Maureen O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Health his plans to address waiting times for hip and knee replacements for public patients; and if he will confirm that it can take nine to 12 months to receive an appointment to see a specialist. [35803/15]

Written answers

Minister for Health

As this is a service matter, I have asked the HSE to respond to you directly. If you have not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days please contact my Private Office and my officials will follow the matter up.