asked the Minister for Health the number of persons awaiting neuro-surgery in each of the health board hospitals; and the average waiting period for such surgery in each health board area.
Written Answers. - Neuro-Surgery Patients.
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There are three centres in the State where neuro-surgery is carried out. These are: Beaumont Hospital, Dublin; St. Vincent's Hospital, Dublin; and Cork Regional Hospital. Information on the number of persons awaiting such surgery and the average waiting times is given in the following table.
|
Hospital |
Number of Persons on Waiting List |
Average Waiting Period |
|
Beaumont |
225 |
4-6 weeks |
|
St. Vincent's |
187 |
(Not available) |
|
Cork Regional |
12 |
1 month |
|
Total |
424 |
These figures include patients for investigation and, if necessary, treatment.
Arrangements for the transfer of neuro-surgical services from St. Vincent's Hospital to Beaumont Hospital are at an advanced stage.