16 consulting rooms are set to be added to University Hospital Waterford by the end of the year to deal with capacity issues.
That's according to a Waterford Senator, who says the Acting CEO of the South South-West Hospital Group confirmed the news.
The new 16 room modular build will be in place until a permanent two-storey suite over the existing outpatient department is constructed.
Senator John Cummins says the modular build isn't expected to be needed for long:
"According to the written correspondence I've received, this permanent build will be delivered in approximately 12 months, which - admittedly - is an ambitious target.
"It's currently at detailed design stage with the provider, and will be delivered in Q4 of this year.
"I think this investment is a further vote of confidence at UHW, and the excellent management and staff we have at the hospital."
