Brian Brennan (Wicklow-Wexford, Fine Gael)

In regard to the hip dysplasia report due in the coming days, as previously stated in this House I was a parent who sat in front of the surgeon being investigated, with my wife and my child. I was a lucky parent. I did not proceed with the recommended procedure. When the report is published, among the many recommendations, I hope there is one where parents are very much involved in the process. Every child who ever underwent a medical procedure under these surgeons in question must be re-examined. Procedures must be put in place and I welcome the Minister's action on this point. If media sources are correct, we could be dealing with one of the largest medical malpractices in the history of our State. Our response will be defining.

When the report is issued, I appeal for a calm, measured and sober debate with a firm and structured response.

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