About Us :

Speciality

Midland Regional Hospital, Mullingar, offers a comprehensive range of specialized services to meet the needs of the population in Westmeath, Longford, and the wider Midlands community. Here are some of the key specialized services provided:

1. Acute Services:

   • Emergency Department
   • General Medicine (including Regional Stroke Thrombolysis)
   • General Surgery
   • Obstetrics and Gynaecology
   • Paediatrics / Special Care Baby Unit
   • Critical Care
   • 24-hour CT scanning service

2. Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services:

   • Radiological and Pathology services
   • Physiotherapy
   • Occupational Therapy
   • Speech and Language Therapy
   • Nutrition & Dietetics
   • Cardiac Diagnostic and Rehabilitation Services
   • Pulmonary Function Laboratory and Respiratory Services

3. Specialized Clinics and Services:

   • Cardiology
   • Chest Pain Clinic
   • Early Pregnancy Service
   • Endocrinology and Diabetes Clinic
   • Dermatology
   • Gerontology
   • Neurology
   • Orthopaedics
   • Palliative Care
   • Phlebotomy
   • Podiatry/Diabetes Podiatry
   • Regional Endocrinology and Immunology Laboratory Services
   • Respiratory including Sleep Lab Investigations
   • Stroke Service
   • Teen Clinic
   • Warfarin Clinic

4. Community-Based Services:

   • Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
   • Sexual Assault Treatment Unit (24 hours)
   • MiDoc Service

Quality

The Midland Regional Hospital in Mullingar has a mixed record regarding quality standards based on recent reports and surveys.

1. Patient Experience: According to the National Inpatient Experience Survey, 85% of patients rated their overall experience as good to very good, which is above the national average of 82%. However, the hospital's rating for admissions was below the national average​.

2. HIQA Inspection Findings: An unannounced inspection by the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) in December 2022 revealed that the hospital was substantially compliant with three national standards, partially compliant with nine, and non-compliant with two. The areas of non-compliance were primarily in the emergency department, which was found to be overcrowded. However, the wards were noted for having better compliance and providing a more positive patient experience​​.

3. Governance and Safety: The hospital has defined corporate and clinical governance structures aimed at ensuring high-quality, safe, and reliable healthcare. Systems are in place to monitor and evaluate the quality and safety of services, though there is room for improvement in utilizing this information to enhance practices​.

4. Strategic Links and Academic Partnerships: The hospital is part of the Dublin Midlands Hospital Group and has academic links with institutions like Trinity College Dublin, AIT, and NUIG. These partnerships help in maintaining and improving the hospital's service quality​.

Vision & Mission

The strategic direction and purpose of Midland Regional Hospital, Mullingar, focus on delivering high-quality patient care and improving the health and quality of life for the communities it serves. As a Model 3 Statutory Hospital, it is part of the Ireland East Hospital Group (IEHG), providing a wide range of health services to the populations of Westmeath and Longford, as well as specialized services to a broader Midlands population.

The hospital is actively building strong clinical and strategic links within the Dublin Midlands Hospital Group. It has academic partnerships with Trinity College Dublin, Athlone Institute of Technology, and National University of Ireland Galway, ensuring ongoing educational and clinical excellence.

Key services provided include emergency care, general medicine, general surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, critical care, and 24-hour CT scanning. Additionally, it offers diagnostic radiological and pathology services, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, cardiac diagnostic and rehabilitation services, and respiratory services.

Development plans for the hospital include establishing an MRI unit, expanding respiratory and cardiac day services, creating a pediatric day unit, and enhancing diabetes and endocrine services​.

Awards & Recognition

Midland Regional Hospital Mullingar has garnered several recognitions and awards that highlight its commitment to quality healthcare. The hospital is part of the Ireland East Hospital Group and actively collaborates with prestigious academic institutions like Trinity College Dublin, University College Dublin (UCD), Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI), Athlone Institute of Technology (AIT), and National University of Ireland Galway (NUIG)​​.

One notable achievement is its performance in the National Inpatient Experience Survey. In the 2022 survey, 85% of patients reported having a good to very good overall experience, which is above the national average of 82%. This survey reflects the hospital's dedication to providing quality patient care​​.

Additionally, the hospital has received the Health Service Excellence Awards in 2024, recognizing its excellence in healthcare service delivery and innovative practices​.

These recognitions underscore the hospital's ongoing efforts to improve healthcare quality and patient satisfaction through strategic partnerships and a focus on excellence.