Changes in the GP out of hours service in Westmeath

The provider of the GP out of hours service in Westmeath has changed.

In a statement released today, the HSE said that the change from Meddoc to Caredoc "has been the choice and decision of local GPs".

"The GP Out of Hours service in Offaly, Westmeath and Longford has moved from Meddoc to Caredoc.

"There is no change in the appointment only service provided in centres in Tullamore, Mullingar and Longford from a public perspective.

"Laois GP Out of Hours continues with Meddoc.

"Again there is no change in the service provided in the Portlaoise centre from a public perspective

"The choice of moving to Caredoc and Meddoc has been the choice and decision of local GPs."