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‘Moderate’ satisfaction with interventional radiology training – survey

A “first-of-its-kind” national survey of interventional radiology (IR) trainees suggests an “overall moderate level of satisfaction” with...

By David Lynch - 08th Mar 2026

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HSE outlines plan for electronic tracking of medical devices

By Niamh Cahill - 08th Mar 2026
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New audit of dementia care in hospitals planned

By Catherine Reilly - 08th Mar 2026

IMO NCHD Chair concerned over pace of contract talks

The IMO NCHD Chair has expressed concern about the slow pace of talks on a new...

By Catherine Reilly - 08th Mar 2026

HSE’s ongoing review of clinical director role ‘timely’ – IHCA CEO

The HSE’s review of the clinical director role is expected to be completed by the second...

By David Lynch - 08th Mar 2026

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HSE hopes to fill NCCP Director role this year

By Reporter - 13th Mar 2026
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New national health AI strategy launched

By Mindo - 11th Mar 2026
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HSE secures site in Raheen for expansion of urgent and emergency care in Mid-West

By Reporter - 10th Mar 2026

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When the world spins

By George Winter - 09th Mar 2026

Love in the emergency department

By Prof Brendan Kelly - 08th Mar 2026

A doctor needs a wife

By Dr Sarah Fitzgibbon - 08th Mar 2026

Medico-Legal

What’s in a name?

By Ms Ciara Burke - 08th Mar 2026

Editorial

New laboratory plan aims to address national deficiencies

By Paul Mulholland - 08th Mar 2026

Medico-Legal

Treating family members, friends, and staff: Ethical, clinical, and professional considerations

By Ms Stephanie O’Connell, Legal Counsel, Medisec - 22nd Feb 2026

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Medical Independent 10th March 2026

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E07 | Clinical Podcast – HPV with Prof Cara Martin

By Mindo - 21st Jan 2026

Since the recording of this podcast, the latest HPSC data for the...
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E06 | Clinical Podcast – Heart Failure with Prof Ken McDonald

By Mindo - 12th Jan 2026

Welcome to The Medical Independent Clinical Podcast Series, where we chat to...

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Changing the journey for the neurology patient

Ms Fiona McLoone provides an update on the work of the FutureNeuro Research Ireland Centre for Translational Brain Science...

By Ms Fiona McLoone - 08th Mar 2026

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Global humanitarian need deepens as funding falls

The UN warns that shrinking aid budgets and escalating conflicts...

By Bette Browne - 08th Mar 2026
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How to improve doctor input in healthcare policy

The recent FutureCare conference in Dublin explored the role of...

By David Lynch - 08th Mar 2026

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The NCHD taskforce report: Two years on

The NCHD taskforce recommendations aimed to significantly improve NCHDs’ working...

By Catherine Reilly - 08th Mar 2026
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A Donegal doctor’s life in general practice

Former President of the IMO, Dr Denis McCauley, officially retired...

By Niamh Cahill - 22nd Feb 2026

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DeLIVERing an update on liver health in Ireland

A meeting overview report on the third annual Irish Liver Foundation Study, which took place on 19 January at the...

By Pauline Dillon, - 08th Mar 2026

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A comprehensive approach to inflammatory bowel disease

Inflammatory bowel disease has attracted much research interest. Constant research...

By DR Orlaith Casey, Gastroenterology Registrar; and DR Orlaith Kelly, Consultant Gastroenterologist, Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown, Dublin - 08th Mar 2026
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Clinical updates on interstitial lung disease

A review of the evolving therapeutic landscape of interstitial lung...

By Manal Elahafie1, Mirthica Suganthan2, Seán Coghlan3, Nazia ChaudhurI24 - 22nd Feb 2026

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Nicotine in all forms is toxic to heart and blood vessels – ESC

By Priscilla Lynch - 09th Feb 2026
- Cardiology
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Atrial fibrillation: Diagnosis, management, and recent updates

By Dr Andrew Redmond, Cardiology Registrar; and Dr Una Buckley, Consultant Cardiologist, St Vincent’s University Hospital, Dublin - 09th Feb 2026
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Breaking down heart health nutrition myths

By Gillian McConnell - 09th Feb 2026

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Haemochromatosis: Mapping the ‘Celtic Curse’

By Dr Doug Witherspoon - 09th Mar 2026

As you are no doubt well aware, the spectre of haemochromatosis looms large on the Irish health landscape...

When the world spins

By George Winter - 09th Mar 2026

It is understandable that the busy clinical schedule of medics might disincline some from setting aside time for contemplation of...

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The Alfa Romeo Junior Comes Of Age

A lot of things in life go through a cycle of contemplation, conception, gestation, and birth...

By Dr Alan Moran - 09th Mar 2026
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RCPI Institute of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

RCPI Institute of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, Junior Obstetrics and Gynaecology Society Annual Meeting, No 6, Kildare...

By Photos: David Coleman – Bobby Studio - 22nd Feb 2026
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RCPI Institute of Medicine, November Symposium

RCPI Institute of Medicine, November Symposium, No 6, Kildare Street, Dublin, 27 November 2025...

By Photos: David Coleman – Bobby Studio - 22nd Feb 2026
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Our gut microbiota’s ‘search for food’

As the learning curve on the gut microbiome continues its upward trajectory, new research appears to...

By Dr Doug Witherspoon - 22nd Feb 2026

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Update Oncology & Haematology Vol 12 Issue 2 February 2026

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Our gut microbiota’s ‘search for food’

By Dr Doug Witherspoon - 22nd Feb 2026

As the learning curve on the gut microbiome continues its upward trajectory,...
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Renault Clio grows into the super mini for everyone

By Shane O’Donoghue - 22nd Feb 2026

In what used to be a fiercely fought segment of talented ‘supermini’...

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HSE outlines plan for electronic tracking of medical devices

New audit of dementia care in hospitals planned

IMO NCHD Chair concerned over pace of contract talks

HSE’s ongoing review of clinical director role ‘timely’ – IHCA CEO

Breaking News

HSE hopes to fill NCCP Director role this year

New national health AI strategy launched

HSE secures site in Raheen for expansion of urgent and emergency care in Mid-West

Comment

When the world spins

Love in the emergency department

A doctor needs a wife

What’s in a name?

New laboratory plan aims to address national deficiencies

Treating family members, friends, and staff: Ethical, clinical, and professional considerations

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Medical Independent 10th March 2026

Latest News

E07 | Clinical Podcast – HPV with Prof Cara Martin

E06 | Clinical Podcast – Heart Failure with Prof Ken McDonald

News Features

Global humanitarian need deepens as funding falls

How to improve doctor input in healthcare policy

The NCHD taskforce report: Two years on

A Donegal doctor’s life in general practice

Clinical News

A comprehensive approach to inflammatory bowel disease

Clinical updates on interstitial lung disease

Nicotine in all forms is toxic to heart and blood vessels – ESC

Atrial fibrillation: Diagnosis, management, and recent updates

Breaking down heart health nutrition myths

Life

Haemochromatosis: Mapping the ‘Celtic Curse’

When the world spins

The Alfa Romeo Junior Comes Of Age

RCPI Institute of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

RCPI Institute of Medicine, November Symposium

Our gut microbiota’s ‘search for food’

Update Journal

Update Oncology & Haematology Vol 12 Issue 2 February 2026

Our gut microbiota’s ‘search for food’

Renault Clio grows into the super mini for everyone

Featured

General Practitioner

HSE

Haematologists

Health New Zealand

Diploma in Healthcare Law

Law Society of Ireland

Annual GP Educational Morning

Beacon Hospital

Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist wanted for Waterford Mental Health Service, HSE Dublin & South East Region.

Waterford Mental Health Service, HSE Dublin & South East Region.

Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist wanted for Wexford Child & Adolescent Mental Health, HSE Dublin & South East Region.

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Transforming Sjögren’s Care Together – Knowledge Exchange Event 22nd November, 10am– 1pm, RCSI/online

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HSE tracking ‘benefits’ of public-only consultant contract

New project to provide accommodation for Coombe staff

€105m required to replace unsupported equipment

Rising number of ‘serious’ complaints – Medical Council

Pharmacist shortages in NCCP cancer drug management division filled by agency staff

Sight set on a brighter future for nAMD treatment

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