University Hospital Galway has reinforced its commitment to innovation and excellence in patient care with the introduction of a pioneering surgical procedure for the treatment of rib fractures.
The Paediatric Unit at University Hospital Galway (UHG) recently introduced Smileyscope, a virtual reality (VR) headset for children. This technology prioritises empathy, innovation, and excellence in paediatric healthcare.
Hospital visits can be a source of anxiety and fear for young patients. Smileyscopes use immersive virtual reality to guide children through calm and engaging visual journeys timed with medical procedures. The technology is particularly effective in managing:
Sligo University Hospital (SUH) is delighted to announce the appointment of Lorraine Cooney to the role of Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) Coordinator. Lorraine, a native of County Roscommon, has over 15 years clinical experience as a Radiation Therapist, and for the past two years, she worked as the PALS Coordinator at Mayo University Hospital, prior to her recent appointment.
The Murphy family recently presented a cheque for €19,617.08 to the Maternity Bereavement Services at University Hospital Galway (UHG).
Laura Murphy from Tuam gave birth to twins Sophie and Rían in UHG in February 2024. Throughout her pregnancy, Laura attended the High Risk Clinic at UHG, where she received specialist care. Tragically, baby Sophie passed away shortly after birth.
A 25 year old Sligo Mental Health Services nurse will be promoting the importance of mental health in her role as Longford Rose at this year’s Rose of Tralee contest.
Originally from Edgeworthstown in County Longford, Sara-Lee Greene has been living and working in Sligo for the past two years, after accepting a position as a nurse in Sligo Mental Health Services.
University Hospital Galway has achieved a global medical breakthrough by becoming the first hospital in the world to successfully trial a revolutionary new catheter device, designed to treat complex venous obstructions, particularly blocked or damaged leg veins that have previously been stented and fail to return blood efficiently to the heart.
An innovative virtual healthcare initiative which was pioneered through the collaboration of University Hospital Galway (UHG), community based cardiology teams and the HIVE laboratory at the University of Galway, means patients diagnosed with atrial fibrillation can now access advanced cardiac care from the comfort of their own homes. Atrial fibrillation is a common but potentially serious heart rhythm disorder that affects 1 in 3 adults over their lifetime.
There was fun indoors and outdoors on Sunday June 22nd at St John’s Community Hospital Sligo, as the second Wise Roots Age Friendly Festival took place.
Donegal Mental Health Services has become the first Mental Health Service in Ireland to offer a dedicated suicide crisis nurse service for teenagers within Primary Care following referral from General Practitioners (GPs) under the National Clinical Care Program for Self Harm and Suicide Related Ideation (NCPSHI). The nurse led Service went live on Monday, 7 July.
Sligo Maternity Services in Collaboration with the Sligo University Hospital (SUH) Anaesthetic Department have commenced a new maternity specific anaesthetic clinic.
