Head and Neck Cancer and Thyroid Surgeon, South Infirmary and University College Cork, Ireland

Joined September 2013
One read of this article at it's glaringly obvious the legal/justice system needs an overhaul. "Kennedy was arrested by gardaí in Carlow town with 3 associates last month following an incident that left an innocent motorcyclist with life-changing injuries. The motorcyclist was injured when a stolen black Ford Ranger pick-up truck drove into him as it was being pursued by gardaí. Kennedy was one of 4 teenagers arrested, but later released without charge, in connection with this incident." and "In June, he was one of six boys arrested after a high-speed chase, during which a stolen car was driven the wrong way on the M50. Kennedy and his associates were found hiding in the woods by officers from Rathfarnham after they ditched the vehicle involved in the chase. Again, they were arrested and released without charge, on June 3." "Pustkowski, who was primarily based in Limerick, was well known to gardaí across the country, and a garda alert had been in place for him. As part of his bail conditions, he was not supposed to leave Limerick at any time. Gardaí in Kilkenny were also seeking his arrest after they identified him as part of a gang that stole a car in Castleblayney, Co Monaghan." independent.ie/irish-news/cr…
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As Chair of the Consultant Staff Committee at Cork University Hospital, I share the serious concerns expressed by our CEO, Jennifer Kearney, regarding the hundreds of essential posts that have been awaiting approval from the HSE nationally for several months.
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Routine postdissection V2 stimulation during thyroidectomy improved detection of nerve injury risk and may prevent bilateral vocal cord palsy compared to selective or R2-only monitoring. ja.ma/4tgzqTX
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With over 950 people so far registered, @IAOO2025 is going to be a landmark event - but its not too late to join us and register! iaoo2025.com
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I went to the 4th Irish Head & Neck Society Annual Conference in @LyrathEstate Conference Centre over the past few days. As in previous years, the line-up of international speakers was dizzying. The multidisciplinary nature of head and neck cancer management, and representation on the stage was very apparent. Another key takeaway: Listening to @DrNeilGross from @MDAndersonNews, Prof Andrew Schache from @LivUni and @LeilaJeanMadyMD from @JohnsHopkins, neoadjuvant and adjuvant immunotherapy for head and neck cancer is likely to become standard of care in the foreseeable future. How will this be funded in Ireland? Through private healthcare in the first case at least it seems to me. Another excellent conference! Looking forward to 2026…
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Countdown to IHNS 2025 underway! Join us for truly world class scientific program and unmissable social events. Registration, program, accommodation, tickets, and all information available at theihns.com/events/4th-irish…
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A very inspiring laryngectomy choir opening our head and neck patient & carer information morning @TheMaryborough followed by talks from the team and an eye opening patient story @SheahanPatrick @deecallanan16 @SIVUH
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Among patients planned for total thyroidectomy who developed first side loss of neuromonitoring signal, outcomes of immediate total thyroidectomy and staged surgery were similar. ja.ma/3xRVj53
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The 3rd annual conference of the Irish Head and Neck Society will take place this Friday and Saturday in Kilkenny Convention Centre. Looking forward to great event! theihns.com/events/3rd-irish… #ihns24
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Patrick Sheahan retweeted
RESULT | Munster Development 29 - 24 Ireland U20s. Munster tries came from Danny Sheahan, Stephen Kiely, Jacob Sheahan, George Hadden and Adam Wrona. Ethan Coughlan and Jack Oliver kicked a conversion each. Well done lads! 👏 #MunsterStartsHere #SUAF 🔴
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Hugely successful 1st fresh frozen cadaver Head and Neck Dissection Course in Ireland organised @SIVUH @UCCASSERT with national and international faculty @stjamesdublin @galwayhospital @uclh Prof. Francis Vaz @TechnoSurgeltd @Medtronic @OlympusMedUKIE
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👤 If you've spotted a change to your mouth, head or neck, and it lasts for three weeks, see your GP. You'll be glad you did. 💛 This #MHNCancerAwareness month, learn more here👉cancer.ie/cancer-information… #IHNS #Sculpt
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2nd Irish Head&Neck Society annual conference.Two days packed programme provided health care professionals an excellent opportunity to present papers,poster & interesting clinical cases. An amazing valuable learning experience for all associated with Head&Neck specialities.
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A fantastic meeting of the IHNS theihns.com this weekend Wonderful to connect with old friends and new @MSKCancerCenter Congrats @SheahanPatrick @SIVUH Delighted to listen to @UofT_OHNS Mentors share their expertise Profs Pat Gullane and Ralph Gilbert
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Enjoyed attending the Irish Head and Neck conference, representing the North West Cancer Centre & SLT. A privilege to chair a free paper session and an opportunity to present my UWE MSc findings exploring healthcare professionals priorities for delivering head and neck prehab. – at Kilkenny, Ireland
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Another great day @theihns showcasing national and international research to ensure the best evidence based care for #headandneckcancer patients #MDT @SheahanPatrick @SIVUH @IANOcancernurse @iaanmp @UCCCancerTrials
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We were delighted to design and print these programmes, name badges and certificates for @SheahanPatrick ahead of the 2nd Irish Head and Neck Society Annual Conference 2023 in Kilkenny this weekend. @hseNCCP @SIVUH #IHNS #IrishHeadandNeckSociety #PrintIreland #QualityPrintCork
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