About Our Service
Supporting women, newborns and their families with fair and compassionate care.
Medical Social Workers provide support to patients attending the hospital. The service’s main role is to help women and their families with any psychological, emotional, social or practical difficulties that may arise during pregnancy and after the delivery of the baby.
How Can We Help?
This service can help you access practical supports and will have up-to-date information on parent support groups and community services. The team also provides counselling support and advice around the following areas:
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