Joe McHugh (Donegal North East, Fine Gael)
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Question 277: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if he will appoint a second paediatric rheumatologist in view of the fact that waiting lists for such treatments show that a second paediatric rheumatologist is required; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36940/09]

Jan O'Sullivan (Limerick East, Labour)
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Question 293: To ask the Minister for Health and Children when additional paediatric rheumatologists will be appointed in accordance with the Health Service Executive recommendations in 2005 and 2008; if she will ensure that this issue is prioritised in view of the length of time children have to wait in pain for diagnosis; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37247/09]

Mary Harney (Dublin Mid West, Independent)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 277 and 293 together.

As this is a service issue it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.