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Spina bifida overseas surgery news for Irish patients – Gerry McGuire
Gerry McGuire CEO of Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus Ireland (SBHI), speaks to Wendy about the news that Irish children on scoliosis surgery waiting lists due to spina bifida may now receive treatment overseas including the UK – with families to have flights and accommodation paid for while their child is being treated. Gerry also speaks to Wendy about concerns regarding the healthcare system in Ireland and why children and families are being required to travel overseas to receive treatment surgery in the first-place, and the lack of services and healthcare supports in Ireland.