Cataract Surgery Waiting List

Fisher69

Hi There,

I speaking on behalf of my father who was told 3 months ago that he needs an cataract eye operation and that the waiting list is up to 9 months!!! As he is already blind in one eye we are worried that he could loose all sight. Unfortunately they do not have private health as they only came home last year.

Does any know how we can speed up the process given that he is an emergency case? We have called numerously and have been told to call back in 4 weeks and their GP has written to the hospital but still no date?

Thanks,

F

Vorsprung

A nationwide phenomenon unfortunately,

You could speak to your GP about the HSE treatment abroad scheme, it's popped up in the media in the last couple of weeks. I'd suggest having a look at its website - http://www.hse.ie/treatmentabroad/.

Might be an option for your dad.

Edit - should've read the link I provided, you need to speak to the consultant looking after your dad's case. I'd suggest ringing his or her secretary and seeing what can be done.

Fisher69

Thanks Vosprung! I'll let them know.

Arbie

Fisher69, out of interest, any update?