“I found out I couldn’t have children in July because of how extensive things are.”A new scheme was launched in October offering upfront payments for endometriosis surgery abroad, but some commonly used European clinics are not on the list, limiting the options for patients here. In addition, the endometriosis scheme says only consultants can sign on off referrals, not GPs. GP referrals are accepted for the EU option, but not under the new scheme launched last October. Ms Carroll MacNeill said a new colorectal surgeon has been hired for Cork University Maternity Hospital. Ms Carroll MacNeill met on Wednesday with Senator Maria McCormack to hear stories from endometriosis patients shared at Sinn Féin's public meetings.

Source: Irish Examiner January 22, 2026 07:30 UTC