Hospital not accepting new cardiology referrals

Emergency cardiology patients “continue to be managed” within the ED/MAU

Cavan and Monaghan Hospital is “no longer” accepting new cardiology referrals as it works to appoint a new consultant to oversee care pathways.

Pre-existing pathways for cardiology patients remain in place in Cavan and Monaghan Hospital.

Emergency cardiology patients “continue to be managed” within the ED/MAU, “with referrals to tertiary sites as required”, said a hospital spokesperson.

Patients meanwhile can be referred to General Medicine OPD where general cardiology “will be triaged and reviewed as appropriate”.

It follows Cavan and Monaghan Hospital issuing correspondence to the local GP’s regarding the pathways for cardiology patients.

The letter stated that, effective immediately, that Cavan and Monaghan Hospital “will no longer” accept new cardiology referrals.

“We understand the importance of continuity in patient care and we are committed to minimising disruptions,” said the latter issued to local GP's and healthcare professionals recently. “We will notify you promptly once a new cardiology consultant has been appointed at which time we will resume accepting referrals.”