Hospital concern as cardiologist post left vacant

CONCERNS about heart services in Kerry were raised at the weekend with confirmation of a pending vacancy at Kerry General Hospital.

Tue, 30 May, 2006 - 01:00

Donal Hickey

The Health Service Executive (HSE) confirmed the appointment of a cardiologist, who will have clinics in both Kerry General and the Bon Secours Hospital, Tralee, will not take place until next year.

Consultant cardiologist Dr Victor Kocka is due to leave his post next month.

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