Aindrias Moynihan (Cork North West, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Are the NTPF figures quoted by the Minister national figures or are they specific to Cork and Kerry? CUH has the largest number of people waiting more than 18 months, with 1,350 people. Well over 7,000 people are waiting for inpatient and outpatient procedures. Has the Minister looked at the option of hiring additional ophthalmic physicians? Is there space in the Estimates? If so, how many people will the Minister consider taking on, specifically in the Cork and Kerry region?

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