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Unpublished major review reveals flaws in waiting list reporting

By Paul Mulholland | September 19, 2019

A major report has found Ireland compares poorly internationally on publication of waiting list data, the Medical Independent (MI) understands.  Following the RTÉ Investigates documentary ‘Living on the List’, which found flaws in waiting list data, the National Treatment Purchase Fund (NTPF) commissioned Trinity College Dublin to review international best practice for…

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04/09/2019 NO REPRO FEE, MAXWELLS DUBLIN Pictured speaking at the launch of the Medical Council’s Statement of Strategy 2019 – 2023 is Mr Paul Harkin, Chair of the Strategy and Governance Committee of the Medical Council, with Dr Rita Doyle, President, Medical Council and Mr Bill Prasifka, CEO, Medical Council. This new strategy sets out the Council’s Vision, Mission, Values and strategic objectives for the next five years, focussing on the Council’s role in protecting patients and supporting doctors while also placing a renewed focus on their contribution to national policy. Contact Alan Gallagher alan.gallagher@mcirl.ie/087 3615253. PIC: NO FEE, MAXWELLPHOTOGRAPHY.IE

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