Clinical Specialist Radiation Therapist GUH
Galway, Ireland
Joined September 2013
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Leanne McNamara retweeted
As you go to polls tomorrow , if you are a HSCP or if you or someone you care for will ever need the care of a HSCP, be aware that staffing is currently 40% down and we are told those jobs are gone! This affects everyone who will ever need to attend healthcare services
@_ISCP_
Well done to @SusSamsa and team for hosting another fantastic Open Day to promote our profession to future students. 👏👏👏
Still celebrating #WorldRadiographyDay, we held and Open Day for potential Radiation Therapy students #RTT in our Radiation Oncology Dept in Galway. Promoting awareness and gaining interest in the dedicated role of the Radiation Therapist @iirrt @TCDRadTher @MagsW36
Happy #worldradiographyday from Galway. Delighted to celebrate with a great team!! #iirrt #radiationtherapy @IrishCancerSoc @HSELive @cancercarewest
Well done to all,carving the pathway for #advancedpractice across Radiotherapy. The future looks bright if we can continue this push forward #radiationtherapists @HSELive @IrishCancerSoc
A brighter future for patients and therapists alike. RTs showcased service improvements with #AdvancedPractice at the HSCP conference & presentation at the Dail with @siptuhealth and @IrishCancerSoc #WeHSCPs @ColmBurkeTD @RoisinShortall @RuthWoods @iirrt #workinginpartnership
Leanne McNamara retweeted
Roisin has been steadfast in her commitment to #Radiationtherapists and #cancer services. We thank you on behalf of our services and the patients we care for, for your ongoing support and advocacy #bettertogether @claracremin1 @iirrt
Your support is greatly appreciated @SdowdDowd and Emma Harte.
The advocacy team with the Irish Cancer Society do amazing work on a daily basis. We are so grateful for their continued support and guidance. @SdowdDowd and Emma Harte thank you. 💛@IrishCancerSoc
Keeping the flag flying for Radiation Therapists and Cancer patients safety. #radiationtherapists @HSELive @iirrt
Leanne McNamara retweeted
The HSE's Pay and Numbers Strategy has led to certain services being stretched.
@SIPTU members know this recruitment policy is having a detrimental impact on services; and will be campaigning to end it.
#joinaunion
Leanne McNamara retweeted
Radiation therapists call for urgent action on Radiation Therapy Review recommendations. Further details: irishexaminer.com/news/arid-…
Leanne McNamara retweeted
We have campaigned tirelessly to increase student places, we have met @SimonHarrisTD @ColmBurkeTD. We have presented business cases @LeechmMichelle @UCCMedHealth but no increase this year. We need #practicetutors @SteedFiona @JackieAReed still 30% deficit in #RTs
Leanne McNamara retweeted
Many people who need concurrent chemotherapy and radiotherapy to treat cancer have to travel from all over the north-northwest to Galway to access radiotherapy.
Thankfully from Monday to Friday, “the lodge” @cancercarewest provide accommodation for many of these patients.
If you have not driven from Donegal to Galway before, believe me, it is an experience, of 4 hours duration.
In addition to existing services, there is a new bus transfer service from Letterkenny to UHG, launching 6th August, supported by thefriends.ie
Your UHG appointment letter is your free bus ticket, provided you book in advance!
Fair play to the organisers…
@OECI_EEIG
Leanne McNamara retweeted
@LeaUi @kaitsmchugh #edelkavanagh
@Jennifer_Craig1 @rachelmunnelly1 @SusSamsa Excellent morning by our clinical tutor promoting our profession @Saolta @TCDRadTher
Leanne McNamara retweeted
Registration is now open for the next @UCC @UccDeptMed IV Cannulation and Administration Course here in Brookfield Health Sciences on 28/29 November 2023.
@NiamhMoore40 @_RenaYoung @iirrt
See below link to register.
open.ucc.ie/browse/all/cmh/c…
ALT cannula being inserted into a vein at the elbow
Leanne McNamara retweeted
𝗔𝗬𝗔 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆 𝗗𝗮𝘆: Building Foundations - For Healthcare Professionals💛
Fantastic energy in @CancerUniGalway today at this completely full @IrishCancerSoc AYA Event! 👏🏼
Exploring the principles of care working with AYAs with cancer🫶🏽
@CHI_Ireland @hseNCCP – at Galway, Ireland
Leanne McNamara retweeted
Radiotherapy can destroy cervical cancer cells and save lives, but many women don't have fair access to this treatment. Share this video to show your support for giving all cervical cancer patients a fair chance. #CancerCare4All #RaysOfHope
Many healthcare professionals would be eligible for this post and should not be excluded due to their chosen profession. Very disappointing to see this from @CHO2westjobs
#radiationtherapists echo that dissapointment also. We are continually excluded from Oncology roles but now this also. @HSELive is the plan for an MDT approach simply that... A plan with no action?Exclusion of other relevant professions for these roles must stop @SIPTU
Leanne McNamara retweeted
Have you ever been a patient?..had an x-ray/scan radiotherapy?Would YOU as a patient, trust AI to make YOUR diagnosis ?Please let us know your opinion here ➡️ lnkd.in/gACzFzxq
@COMFORT_EU comfort-ai.eu @SU2CUK @TeenageCancer @ProstateUK @CR_UK @ChildhoodCanIre
Leanne McNamara retweeted
Senator Colm Burke addressing the Issue of Staff Shortages in Radiation Therapists nationally.
Minister Simon Harris to look into funding for the Radiation Therapist postgrad in UCC aswell as increasing student places from September. #Radiationtherapists
#UCC
Leanne McNamara retweeted
40 is the new 40! Important data from Neil Burnett at #ESTRO2023 using @NHSEngland data to show that 40% of cancer cures still have #radiotherapy as a component. Investment in RT and staff essential for patients. @RCRadiologists @katiespencer72
