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PHECC’s weak legislation presents risk to public, Minister is warned

The weak legislation underpinning the Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC) presents an “unacceptable risk” to the public,...

By Catherine Reilly - 08th Mar 2026

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

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

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

New audit of dementia care in hospitals planned

The third national audit of dementia care in acute hospitals is scheduled to take place in...

By Catherine Reilly - 08th 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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IKA welcomes development of prototype for Irish Kidney Disease Data System

By Reporter - 10th Mar 2026
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Confidential Recipient raises serious concern with HSE CEO about ‘continued independence’

By Catherine Reilly - 25th Feb 2026

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Editorial

New laboratory plan aims to address national deficiencies

By Paul Mulholland - 08th Mar 2026

Editorial

What’s in a name?

By Mindo - 30th Nov 2018

A doctor needs a wife

By Dr Sarah Fitzgibbon - 08th Mar 2026

Love in the emergency department

By Prof Brendan Kelly - 08th Mar 2026

Editorial

Clear plan needed for Rotunda development

By Paul Mulholland - 22nd Feb 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

Opinion

Digging into the nitty-gritty of GP partnerships

By Ms Asumpta Gallagher - 09th Feb 2026

Editorial

High demand slows progress on waiting lists

By Paul Mulholland - 09th Feb 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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E08 | Innovation in Healthcare: An interview with Prof Sam McConkey

By Priscilla Lynch - 15th Aug 2024

In this episode, Professor Sam McConkey discusses the transformative potential of vaccination...

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Hopes for a post-Sláintecare landscape

Doctors and policymakers recently gathered in Dublin for the Health Summit to discuss the final years of Sláintecare and what...

By David Lynch - 22nd Feb 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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Changing the journey for the neurology patient

Ms Fiona McLoone provides an update on the work of...

By Ms Fiona McLoone - 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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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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Chronic osteomyelitis – a review

Osteomyelitis is a complex and potentially devastating condition. Appropriate therapy requires a multimodal orthoplastic approach and the cornerstone of treatment...

By Dr S Sarfaraz & Dr S Janjua & Dr I O'Keeffe - 23rd Jan 2026

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New gout therapies show promise in phase 3 trials

At ACR Convergence 2025, the American College of Rheumatology’s annual...

By Priscilla Lynch - 26th Jan 2026
- Clinical News
- Rheumatology
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Rheumatology
Potential of GLP-1 agents in rheumatology

Emerging research presented at the ACR Convergence 2025 conference suggests...

By Priscilla Lynch - 26th Jan 2026
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Obesity in children and adolescents

Paediatric obesity is a disease with multisystem complications, which drives...

By Eleanor Burke1 and Robert Kernan1,2 1 - 11th Jan 2026

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In focus: Vaginal health

By Theresa Lowry Lehnen - 01st Nov 2024
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Exercise and physical activity in CKD, dialysis, and kidney transplant

By Orlaith Heslin and Laura McCullagh - 17th Jun 2025

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The presentation, diagnosis, and treatment of opioid dependence

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Infant GORD and reflux

This module discusses one of the commonest feeding-related issues encountered in infants, reflux and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, and outlines the latest guidance on diagnosis and management

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The Latest Conference News

All the latest developments in gastroenterology

Delegates can expect to hear a wide range of interesting presentations at the upcoming All-Ireland...

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A world-class symposium for genitourinary cancers

By Dr Aisling Looney - 09th Jul 2023
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Why obstetric nephrology matters

By Niamh Cahill - 08th Mar 2026
- Conference
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A maternal medicine perspective on nephrology

By Niamh Cahill - 08th Mar 2026

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Funding sought to establish renal registry

By Niamh Cahill - 08th Mar 2026
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Need for increased home dialysis

By Mindo - 09th Mar 2026
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The patient voice in renal care

By Niamh Cahill - 09th Mar 2026

Life

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The Alfa Romeo Junior Comes Of Age

By Dr Alan Moran - 09th Mar 2026

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

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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Renault Clio grows into the super mini for everyone

In what used to be a fiercely fought segment of talented ‘supermini’ hatchbacks, the Renault Clio...

By Shane O’Donoghue - 22nd Feb 2026
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The new electric Volvo is very good –and far from boxy

Volvo made its name from large estate and saloon cars back in the day, establishing itself...

By Shane O’Donoghue - 09th Feb 2026
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RCPI Institute of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

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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...

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

HSE outlines plan for electronic tracking of medical devices

IMO NCHD Chair concerned over pace of contract talks

New audit of dementia care in hospitals planned

Breaking News

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

IKA welcomes development of prototype for Irish Kidney Disease Data System

Confidential Recipient raises serious concern with HSE CEO about ‘continued independence’

Comment

New laboratory plan aims to address national deficiencies

What’s in a name?

A doctor needs a wife

Love in the emergency department

Clear plan needed for Rotunda development

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

Digging into the nitty-gritty of GP partnerships

High demand slows progress on waiting lists

Latest Issue

Medical Independent 10th March 2026

Latest News

E07 | Clinical Podcast – HPV with Prof Cara Martin

E08 | Innovation in Healthcare: An interview with Prof Sam McConkey

News Features

Global humanitarian need deepens as funding falls

Changing the journey for the neurology patient

The NCHD taskforce report: Two years on

How to improve doctor input in healthcare policy

News Team

Paul Mulholland

Catherine Reilly

David Lynch

Priscilla Lynch

Clinical News

New gout therapies show promise in phase 3 trials

Potential of GLP-1 agents in rheumatology

Obesity in children and adolescents

In focus: Vaginal health

Exercise and physical activity in CKD, dialysis, and kidney transplant

Latest CPD Modules

The home of CPD for Irish healthcare professionals.

Menopause: Diagnosis and management

The presentation, diagnosis, and treatment of opioid dependence

Infant GORD and reflux

The Latest Conference News

All the latest developments in gastroenterology

A world-class symposium for genitourinary cancers

Why obstetric nephrology matters

A maternal medicine perspective on nephrology

More Conference News!

Funding sought to establish renal registry

Need for increased home dialysis

The patient voice in renal care

Life

The Alfa Romeo Junior Comes Of Age

When the world spins

Renault Clio grows into the super mini for everyone

The new electric Volvo is very good –and far from boxy

RCPI Institute of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

RCPI Institute of Medicine, November Symposium

Featured Classifieds

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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