Dáil Éireann - Volume 578 - 27 January, 2004

Written Answers - Hospital Services.

Mr. McGuinness Mr. McGuinness

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  706. Mr. McGuinness asked the Minister for Health and Children if he will expedite an operation for a person (details supplied) in County Kilkenny to have cataracts removed at [613] Ardkeen Hospital, Waterford; and if he will explain the reason that there is an eight month waiting list. [1559/04]

Mr. Martin Mr. Martin

  Mr. Martin:The provision of services for people living in County Kilkenny is a matter for the South Eastern Health Board. My Department has asked the chief executive officer of the board to investigate the matter raised by the Deputy and to reply directly to him.

Mr. McGuinness Mr. McGuinness

  707. Mr. McGuinness asked the Minister for Health and Children if he will expedite an operation for a person (details supplied) to remove cataracts at Ardkeen Hospital, Waterford; and if an appointment for a scan will be arranged at St. Luke's Hospital, Kilkenny. [1560/04]

Mr. Martin Mr. Martin

  Mr. Martin:The provision of services for people living in County Carlow is a matter for the South Eastern Health Board. My Department has asked its CEO to investigate the matter and to reply directly to the Deputy.

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