Work on a newly refurbished emergency room (ER) at Cork University Maternity Hospital (CUMH) is now complete and is open to patients.

The new unit has individual, walled cubicles to allow privacy and dignity to patients as they are being assessed, examined, investigated and/or admitted.

The refurbishment project aimed to create private space and give dignity to all those attending the ER, through the creation of separate walled cubicles. The staff workstation was also improved so that staff can view the entire facility from their base.

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Dr Keelin O'Donoghue, a consultant obstetrician / gynaecologist at Cork University Maternity Hospital, said: "We are delighted with the completed refurbishment, which will ensure a private and comfortable space for each woman to be assessed, examined and cared for. The new design is a very positive development for patients at CUMH, as we strive at all times to ensure a culture of dignity and respect for both patients and staff. We are extremely grateful to artist Declan O'Mahony for the artworks incorporated in the sliding door panels and to Féileacáin for sponsoring their production costs."

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