PATIENTS in the Children’s Ward at Letterkenny University Hospital got a lovely surprise today when they were paid a special Christmas visit by a group of Donegal GAA footballers. Donegal players Ryan McHugh, Shaun Patton, Ciaran Moore and Michael Langan popped in to to hello to the children, much to the delight of everyone involved. […]
Three LUH staff recognised for making a difference in patients’ lives
THREE outstanding staff from Letterkenny University Hospital (LUH) have been acknowledged for the difference they make in their patient’s lives. At a ceremony in the hospital on Friday, December 12, Aoife Kilcullen, Holly Dolan and Sinju Paddayatty Joyappan were chosen to receive a ‘DAISY Award’ after being nominated by co-workers and patients. Following the resounding success of the DAISY […]
LUH receives positive feedback in National Maternity Experience Survey
Letterkenny University Hospital (LHU) has welcomed the National Maternity Experience Survey 2025 findings, which reports on the positive maternity care experienced by women earlier this year. The 2025 report was published by the National Care Experience Programme this week. The survey invited women who gave birth in February and March 2025 to share their experiences […]
Local trade unions take part in Palestine solidarity day
LAST Friday marked the Irish Congress of Trade Unions Workplace Day of Actions in solidarity with the people of Palestine. Demonstrations and events were organised across the country, including at Letterkenny University Hospital where staff gathered outside the front gates to show their support to the people and workers of Palestine. The demonstration was organised by […]
Study underway to map out future of Letterkenny University Hospital
HEALTH planning experts Pricewaterhouse Coopers are overseeing a study to map the future healthcare profile of Letterkenny University Hospital (LUH) and the region. Four key developments include the new surgical hub, the ambulatory cancer centre, a new ward block providing 72 additional beds, electrical infrastructure upgrades, and a campus development control plan. These projects have been identified and will […]
LUH statement: Outbreaks of influenza and Covid 19; long delays at Emergency Dept
LETTERKENNY University Hospital has reported separate outbreaks of influenza and Covid 19 and there are visiting restrictions in place for wards impacted. Meanwhile the hospital’s Emergency Department is extremely busy this evening with high numbers of people attending the department who need to be admitted to hospital for ongoing treatment. In a statement the hospital […]
LUH’s Paediatric Ward receives €19,000 from local businesses
DOCTOR Khan, head of the Paediatric Department , and staff from the Paediatrics Ward in Letterkenny University Hospital recently accepted a donation for €19,000 to benefit patients and their families. The donation was from local businesses Boyle Construction and O’Hara & Harrison Electrical Contractors. The funds were raised through sponsorship from a friendly football tournament between […]
New Director of Nursing appointed at Letterkenny University Hospital
LETTERKENNY University Hospital (LUH) has announced the appointment of Una Cardin as the hospital’s new Director of Nursing. Originally from Derry, Una has lived in Donegal for almost 20 years. She brings a wealth of experience in oncology and nursing leadership, having most recently held the position of Assistant Director for Operations and Service Improvement […]
Donegal man’s walk in memory of his late wife raises much needed funds
A Donegal man who undertook a fundraising walk of the Camino in memory of his late wife has presented a cheque from the funds raised to Letterkenny University Hospital and the Donegal Hospice. Retired judge, Seán MacBride from Moville, who completed part of the Camino, a historic pilgrimage route, in memory of his late wife, […]
Hospital warns of ‘very long waiting times’ at Emergency Department
LETTERKENNY University Hospital is advising patients attending the Emergency Department of very long waiting times this afternoon. They say the Emergency Department is extremely busy today with high numbers of people attending the department who need to be admitted to hospital for ongoing treatment. As of early afternoon, there have been 67 presentations to the […]