Niamh Smyth (Cavan-Monaghan, Fianna Fail)
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172. To ask the Minister for Health if funding for a person (details supplied) will be provided; his plans to enhance services for persons with Parkinson's disease; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42658/18]

Finian McGrath (Dublin Bay North, Independent)
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The Model of Care for Neurology was launched in 2016. It was developed by the HSE’s National Clinical Programme for Neurology in collaboration with consultants, nurses, health and social care professionals and patient support groups. It aims to address the need for strategic development of neurology services to provide better care for patients, including those with Parkinson's Disease. This year, funding has been allocated by the HSE to commence development of peri- and post-operative services to support patients receiving Deep Brain Stimulation.

In relation to the particular queries raised, as these are service matters, I have asked the HSE to respond to the Deputy directly.