Clodagh Finn: Focus on medical pioneers puts a harsh spotlight on our health failures

 Lord Mayor of Dublin, Alison Gilliland with Liam Roche, left, a relative of Dr Kathleen Lynn; and Paudge Behan, a relative of Madeleine ffrench-Mullen at the inveiling of a commemorative plaque to Dr Kathleen Lynn & Madeline ffrench-Mullen on the Charlemont Street building in Dublin where St Ultan’s Infant Hospital was founded in April 1919. Picture: Damien Eagers 

Brian Graham, 80, thinks he is probably one of the few remaining people who can say that he was treated by Dr Kathleen Lynn, the pioneering doctor who was honoured with her partner (in life and work) Madeleine ffrench-Mullen by Dublin City Council on Sunday.

Brian Graham,80, was six months old when he was treated by Dr Kathleen Lynn.