Seamus Healy
Ceist:434. Deputy Seamus Healy asked the Minister for Health his plans to establish nationwide Parkinson's nurse specialist service and surgical service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14077/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 27 March 2018
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Freagraí scríofa
The Model of Care for Neurology was launched by the Director General of the HSE in late 2016. This was developed by the HSE’s National Clinical Programme for Neurology in collaboration with consultants, nurses, health and social care professionals and patient support groups. It aims to address the need for strategic development of neurology services in the provision of better care for these patients. This year, funding has been allocated by the HSE to commence development of peri- and post-operative services to support patients with Parkinson's Disease receiving Deep Brain Stimulation.
In relation to the particular queries raised, as these are service matters, I have asked the HSE to respond to the Deputy directly.