Medical society shares thoughts on future of private healthcare provision
Some medical professionals on the Island have shared further concerns over the potential impact of a new private medical facility on the Island.
It follows the submitting of a planning application to transform former offices near Victoria Road in Douglas into a 15-bed hospital.
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Manx Care says it welcomes any initiative that enhances choice and availability of private healthcare provision on the Island.
Meanwhile, the opening of the Private Patient Unit at Noble's - closed since 2019 - is said to be 'upcoming'.
"We can't help but wonder if delaying the opening of the Private Patient Unit is making the environment conducive for the for-profit organisations to come and take money away from the Island." - IOMMS
Isle of Man Medical Society Chair and Consultant Paediatrician and Neonatologist Dr Prakash Thiagarajan and Consultant Radiologist Dr Vanina Finocchi have been speaking to Manx Radio:
Manx Radio has approached Manx Care and the Department of Health and Social Care for further comment.
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