Carlow-Kilkenny Acute Hospitals

Carlow-Kilkenny Acute Hospitals are a network of hospitals providing acute care services in the Carlow and Kilkenny regions of Ireland. These hospitals are part of the Health Service Executive (HSE) and provide a range of medical, surgical, and emergency services to the local population.

Overview[edit | edit source]

The Carlow-Kilkenny Acute Hospitals network comprises several hospitals, including St. Luke's General Hospital, Kilkenny and Carlow District Hospital. These hospitals provide a wide range of services, including emergency, surgical, medical, maternity, and paediatric services.

Services[edit | edit source]

Emergency Services[edit | edit source]

The emergency departments at the Carlow-Kilkenny Acute Hospitals provide 24-hour care for patients with urgent medical conditions. These departments are staffed by a team of experienced emergency physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

Surgical Services[edit | edit source]

The surgical services at the Carlow-Kilkenny Acute Hospitals include general surgery, orthopaedics, gynaecology, urology, and ENT. The hospitals have modern operating theatres and recovery facilities.

Medical Services[edit | edit source]

The medical services at the Carlow-Kilkenny Acute Hospitals include cardiology, gastroenterology, endocrinology, respiratory medicine, and geriatric medicine. The hospitals have specialist clinics and diagnostic facilities for these services.