Updates from HSE Dublin and Midlands
Looking back on 2025 As we continue to embed the new health region structures, HSE Dublin and Midlands is proud to reflect on a period of progress, innovation and collaboration. Our teams across the region continue to work tirelessly to improve services and outcomes for the communities we serve. Over recent months, we’ve seen: • Innovation in action: Congratulations to Laura Tier, Patrick Ormond, Anthony Edwards and the dermatology department at St James’s Hospital (SJH), winners of a Poster Presentation Award at the HSE Integrated Healthcare Conference 2025. This NTPF-funded innovation is the first of its kind in Ireland and has streamlined the accuracy of triage, empowering clinicians to make faster and safer decisions for a large number of patients. • Productivity in action: Naas General Hospital is proud to be the first in Ireland to pilot the
Clinic Planning Tool, developed by the National Productivity Unit (NPU). This innovative tool helps hospitals plan outpatient clinics more effectively, improving access and aligning with the HSE National Service Plan and Waiting List Action Plan 2025. • Academic partnerships: In partnership with Maynooth University, the region is delighted to support the first ever School of Nursing for Maynooth University as they welcomed their first students in September following official approval by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI). This is Ireland’s first new university nursing school in two decades, advancing communitybased care under Sláintecare. In October, Regional Executive Officer Kate Killeen White represented our region at the Annual Chief Academic Officer Conference. Kate was joined on stage by Lily Collison, global advocate for cerebral palsy and author. She spoke to the region’s goal to continue to build on the work of Sláintecare to integrate our health services and get the best health
outcomes for our populations and doing this with our key partners. Kate also attended the launch of Tallaght University Hospital’s latest year strategy launch (2025–2029) and the launch of the Peamount Strategy for Rehabilitation Care. Both strategies reflect commitment to excellence in care and a clear understanding of the evolving needs of our communities. We are encouraged by the strategic ambitions of these service providers. • Staff engagement and regional development: With great attendance at our regional webinars, we are committed to transparent communication and inclusive leadership. The phased implementation of the new Integrated Healthcare Area (IHA) structure is progressing and work is underway for the next phase of implementation over the coming months. As we move forward, our focus remains on delivering a unified, responsive health service that meets the needs of every individual in our care. We are grateful to our dedicated staff, partners and communities for their continued support and collaboration.
Tori’s takeover: St Luke’s community dog Tori, St Luke’s community dog has quickly become a favourite amongst staff, patients and visitors. Community dogs are specifically matched to work in designated facilities alongside a trained handler and play a valuable role in a variety of settings such as schools, care facilities and therapeutic environments. Tori brings surprise and joy when meeting people. Human traffic flow in the corridors of St Luke’s usually takes some time to resume when Tori is making her rounds! Please feel free to meet and greet Tori if you see her around.
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