HSE retirements will cause surgery slowdown, says Health Minister

Health Minister Dr James Reilly said today that elective surgeries may have to be postponed while hospitals deal with the impact of staff retirements at the end of this month.

HSE retirements will cause surgery slowdown, says Health Minister

Health Minister Dr James Reilly said today that elective surgery procedures may have to be postponed while hospitals deal with the impact of staff retirements at the end of this month.

However, he expects day cases to be increased again, once the HSE adapts to the new situation.

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