The Irish government is planning to reduce spinal surgery waiting times by sending patients abroad for procedures and expanding capacity in Ireland. Agreements have been made with hospitals in the US and UK to accommodate Irish patients. Additional surgery days and operating theatres have been allocated at Children’s Health Ireland (CHI) to prioritize spinal surgeries. A communications plan has been developed with patient advocates to ensure families are well-informed about their options. Minister Donnelly plans to bring an operational plan to Cabinet in September to address the issue of long waiting times for surgical care.
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Children needing spinal surgeries to be treated in US and UK
