Number of maternity posts ‘must double’

A MAJOR report outlining a blueprint for reform of maternity services warns that the number of consultant obstetricians and gynaecologists must double by 2016 to improve patient safety.

The Future of Maternity and Gynaecology Services in Ireland 2006-2016 report found:

At least 200 full-time consultant obstetrician gynaecologists will be required in 10 years’ time. Currently there are 104.