Martin expected to announce inquiry into Dr Neary case today

HEALTH MINISTER Micheál Martin is today expected to announce an inquiry into the conduct of a doctor who removed the wombs of 10 patients.

Mr Martin’s announcement is expected to follow a meeting with Patient Focus, the group representing many of Dr Michael Neary’s victims.

Dr Neary, who worked at Our Lady of Lourdes hospital in Drogheda, was found guilty of professional misconduct by the Medical Council over the removal of the wombs.