‘Unattractive’ consultant posts draw no applications

The former master of the National Maternity Hospital has claimed some consultant posts are now “so unattractive that no applications are received”.

‘Unattractive’ consultant posts draw no applications

Dr Peter Boylan, chair of the Institute of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, told the Joint Committee on Health that the National Maternity Strategy 2016-2026 needs to address a number of priorities if it is to deliver the type of system the country needs.

He highlighted “the deficiency in medical staff numbers”, including at consultant level.

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