About Our Service
The Medical Team at The Coombe Hospital was established over 20 years ago and provides care for pregnant women with pre-existing medical disorders.
The team works in a multidisciplinary team of doctors and midwives in order to provide the best standard of care for women and their babies. As the identification of women with pre-existing medical disorders is key to improving pregnancy outcomes, the clinic has developed a set of referral criteria at booking. The clinic also facilitates and encourages referral of high-risk pregnant women from other hospitals through communication with the Medical Team Advanced Midwife Practitioner (AMP). We aim to offer continuity of care throughout pregnancy as we know this is particularly important for women with complex medical needs.
Email: medicalclinic@coombe.ie
Conditions Treated
Multidisciplinary team involvement is at the heart of the management of complex cases and this is delivered in conjunction with designated and dedicated specialists in thrombosis and bleeding disorders (Dr. Kevin Ryan), renal medicine (Dr Catherine Wall), sickle cell disease (Dr Emma Tuohy), cardiology (Dr.. John Cosgrove) and the departments of perioperative medicine, pharmacology, and neonatology. Dr Catherine Flynn provides advice and expertise in relation to red cell and platelet disorders, blood dyscrasias, and haematological oncology. Streamlined and early access to ultrasound imaging at The Coombe Hospital (Professor Mary Keoghan) and screening echocardiography at St James’s Hospital allow for rapid assessment and management of women with complex medical conditions.
We have close links with our colleagues at St James’s Hospital and Tallaght University Hospital who provide advice and review in the specialty areas of gastroenterology, rheumatology, and dermatology. Midwifery input, key to management of labour and delivery planning, is facilitated by our midwifery team members and by the excellent care provided by the Delivery Suite staff of The Coombe Hospital.
The medical team adhere to up-to-date guidelines and protocols to ensure best practice.
FAQs
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Maternal medicine Advanced Midwife Practitioner clinic Monday afternoons 13:30 to 16:00.
Maternal medicine Consultant Clinic Wednesday afternoon 8.45 to 12:00.
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Email medicalclinic@coombe.ie
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Via email medicalclinic@coombe.ie or phone 0872861964 (Monday to Thursday 7:00 to 16:00)
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If you have a health condition like high blood pressure/bleeding disorder, your doctor or midwife may refer you to the maternal medicine team. These doctors and midwives help manage high-risk pregnancies, providing extra monitoring and care as necessary.
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If you have a pregnancy that is considered high risk you may need extra monitoring though your pregnancy. This does not mean you will require early delivery.
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Some rare and severe medical conditions warrant delivery by caesarean section. However, most women with medical disorders can have a vaginal birth if there are no complications with the pregnancy.
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One nominated partner/support person is welcome at each visit but we recommend you do not bring children where possible.
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No, the team has 3 consultants, Prof Byrne, Prof Regan and Dr Lynch. You will see a consultant or a Specialist registrar in bstetrics/Gynaecology/Maternal Medicine Fellow at each visit.
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National Home Birth Services - https://www.hse.ie/
https://www.npeu.ox.ac.uk/birthplace/results
https://www.sarawickham.com/research-updates/is_home_birth_safe/
https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng235/chapter/Recommendations
Planned Home Birth | ACOG https://aimsireland.ie/home-birth/
Perinatal or neonatal mortality among women who intend at the onset of labour to give birth at home compared to women of low obstetrical risk who intend to give birth in hospital: A systematic review and meta-analyses - ScienceDirect https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eclinm.2019.07.005
Choose The Right Care For You
Our clinics offer tailored care for every stage of a woman’s life, from family planning and maternity to menopause and beyond. Whether you choose Public, Semi-Private, or Private services, we are here to provide expert, compassionate care that supports your health and well-being every step of the way.
Public Clinic
If you are living and working in Ireland and have the PRSI contributions or you have a medical card you can access free maternity and newborn care.
Semi Private Clinic
The semi-private clinic is a fee based option. Most women who choose this clinic use private health insurance to cover costs. .
Private Clinic
There are a number of consultant obstetricians offering services through our private clinic. Antenatal care fees vary between consultants..
Patient Experience
Every patient’s path to diagnosis and treatment is individual. No matter your specific journey, we believe in empowering you to take an active role in your healthcare.
Departments & Services
Help & Support
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Appointments:
All appointments can be directed through Hospital reception: 01 408 5200, 24 hours a day -
Health Insurance:
We operate a direct payment scheme with VHI, Laya Healthcare, Irish Life Health, Garda Medical Aid, ESB, Medical Provident Fund, and Prison Officers Medical Aid. If you are covered by any of these insurers, the relevant insurance forms are signed electronically on your admission to hospital.
Fees:
For more information on Fees - visit our Hospital Charges page -
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The Resource Page:
Browse our collection of patient resources, brochures, and information leaflets—all in one place. Downloadable and easy to access, these documents cover everything from appointments and procedures to maternity, newborn care, and more.
Contact Us
Tel: 01 408 5200
Find Us
The Coombe Hospital
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Location:
Cork St, Dublin, D08 XW7X