Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 10 November 2021
220. Deputy Michael Ring asked the Minister for Health if there are plans to expand the renal unit in Mayo University Hospital, Castlebar, County Mayo in view of the number of persons placed on the waiting list for treatment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54806/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraCurrently there are no formal plans to extend the Renal Unit in Mayo University Hospital. However, the need for additional renal beds has been identified and will be incorporated into the site’s Development Control Plan which has been funded to progress in 2022.
The Renal Dialysis Unit was last upgraded at the end of 2013, increasing capacity from 11 to 15 beds. There is particularly high demand for renal services in Mayo and the hospital is working with the Saolta Group Medical Directorate to progress home therapies that will also assist in addressing this demand.
