A New Player Welfare Initiative For All GAA/CLG Club and County Players Giving Rapid Access and Reporting
To MRI & X-Ray Services At Competitive Prices From Sunday 15th July 2007
[b]Medical Services – better services, lower costs and a better deal for Players[/b]
An issue of concern that has regularly been brought to our attention is the high cost of medical treatment of our players and, specifically, the high cost of MRI scans.
We have been looking at ways of reducing the expenditure of clubs and counties in this regard and have been examining ways of nÓgotiating lower prices nationally at strategically located MRI Centres throughout the country.
As a first step towards that end, we have nÓgotiated a service level contract, on a pilot basis initially, with Northwood Imaging Ltd, which comes into effect from Sunday 15th July 2007. In addition to the player centric approach and benefits, the prices agreed with Northwood Imaging will yield considerable savings to clubs and the GAA as a whole.
[b]Value for Money[/b]
The current prices being charged to GAA players, and in most cases being covered by the Player Injury scheme, vary from between 400 to over 600 per MRI Scan. We have nÓgotiated a price of 295 for a single MRI scan and 50 for an x-ray at Northwood Imaging in Dublin. These prices are all inclusive of professional fees, copies of scans on film or on CD etc. These rates represent a significant savings to our clubs, units and County Boards and clearly signal that a good cost containment policy is sustainable and consistent with improved standards of service. If this pilot scheme operates successfully, we hope to extend it to other regions during 2008 but for the duration of the pilot project these prices will be available to all players, club and inter-county, from all 32 counties, at Northwood Imaging only.
Northwood Imagingâs state of the art diagnostic imaging centre is located just 20 minutes from Croke Park and within 10 minutes from Dublin airport. The Centre has been added to the list of approved facilities by the major accreditation/funding agencies, including the HSE, NTPF and all private medical insurers, including VHI Healthcare, Quinn Healthcare, and VIVAS Health. ESB Medical Provident Fund, Garda Medical Aid etc
[b]Opening Hours meeting Playerâs needs and schedules.[/b]
As an integral part of this exclusive GAA service level contract, Northwood Imaging will extend its opening hours giving GAA players and our medical support personnel unrivalled access to their services for a total of 96 hours per week
Additional Opening Hours for GAA Players
⢠Sunday 12 noon to 8pm
⢠Monday to Thursday 8.00pm to 12 midnight
These arrangements are in addition to the normal opening hours
⢠Monday to Friday 8.00am to 8.00pm
⢠Saturday 8.00am to 6.00pm
Paddy Creedon, the CEO at Northwood Imaging and his qualified staff are always available to answer any questions you may have on this service. You can contact him at 01.8627361 or 087.2532011 at any time.
Starting on Sunday 15th July
This service will operate on a pilot basis from 15 July to 31 October 2007. A number of GAA players have already availed of the diagnostic modalities at Northwood Imaging since it opened in April 2005.
[b]How does the scheme work?[/b]
1. Make contact directly at 01-8627333 and make an MRI appointment. No appointment is necessary for an X-Ray as a walk in service is available at Northwood Imaging
2. Download and complete the relevant âMRI Scan/X-Ray Request Formâ from www.northwoodimaging.ie or on the GAA website at www.gaa.ie
[b]3. On arrival at Northwood Imaging, the player will present the necessary MRI Scan/X-Ray Request Form signed by his club or county secretary and medical doctor. All requests must be supported and signed off by registered medical practitioners.[/b]
4. The player will pay the fee of 295 (MRI) or 50 (X ray) and claim reimbursement through the GAA Player Injury scheme, subject to the rules of the scheme. If the player has Private Medical Insurance (e.g. VHI Healthcare) the necessary claim form for these insurers will be completed and no fee will be collected. (Please note that travel and accommodation expenses are not covered).
The only way we will know if this scheme is to be successful or not is if we use it at club and county level when the need arises. Please encourage all players and the medical team attached to your club/unit/county to try out the service during the course of the pilot scheme and let Paraic O Dufaigh, Bainisteoir Leasa na nImreoirÃ, or the people at Northwood Imaging know what you think of the service. All feedback and comments will be taken into account in the development of our medical services policy going forward and as we seek to develop this pilot project to other centres in 2008.
15-Jul-07 by Pauric Duffy – Croke Park
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Coaching news
Club FootballOur Vhi GAA Cul camps conclude this week with camps in Drumkeerin, Fenagh and Ck-on-Shannon. We would like to thank all clubs who hosted camps this year for the use of their facilities, our camp supervisors and all our camp coaches who have done an excellent job in very difficult conditions. Numbers attending our camps have increased again this year so a very big thank you to everybody involved.
Under 14 School of Excellence
Our under 14 school of excellence will continue on Saturday next 21/07 at 11.00 am in Kiltubrid GAA park. Bus times as per previous weeks. All players are asked to please attend or contact Terry Mc Manus 071 9855658.
Hurling News
Under 14 Hurling Development Squad.
Our Hurling Development squads will commence on Tuesday evening next 30/07, in Ballinamore at 7.30 pm. Players will be contacted by their clubs this week with transport details.
National Hurling Blitz weekend.
The weekend of 25-26/08/07 has been designated National hurling Blitz weekend and Leitrim will host a blitz for weaker Counties at under 14 level. Full details will be published during the next few weeks.
Summer camps.
Now that our Vhi GAA Cul camps have concluded attention turns to our Hurling camps. Kevin Brisco , our hurling coach from Galway will cover all aspects of hurling skills during the three day camps. Their will be four all hurling summer camps during August as follows.
Manorhamilton â¦â¦.. 30/07 to 01/08
Ballinamore â¦â¦â¦.. 07/08 to 09/08
Carrick â¦â¦â¦â¦â¦… 13/08 to 15/08
Mohill â¦â¦â¦â¦â¦â¦ 20/08 to 22/08
Camps will be open to boys and girls and the cost will be 25 per person. There is no need to book for these camps, just come along on the morning. Donât worry if you are not a member of a hurling club as we will cater for all levels. All necessary gear eg. hurleys and helmets will be provided at each camp.
Under 16 Championship
Our under 16 club championship will be run off on a league basis during August. Dates and fixtures are as follows. First named team have home venue.
25-Jul-07 by Thomas Keenan
Ladies News Update
Ladies[b]Under 16 Connacht Final:[/b]
After two great victories over Mayo and Roscommon, a win or a draw against Sligo on Wednesday last would have given Leitrim a rare underage Connacht Final. However despite a one point defeat on Wednesday, Leitrim have now qualified for the Connacht Final thanks to a superior score difference. The Final against Galway will be played in Tuam tomorrow evening (Thursday) at 7.30pm. The sides have already met in the group stages with Galway enjoying a comprehensive win. Leitrim’s last appearance in the Connacht Under 16 final was in 1999 also against a very strong Galway team in Carrick who were much too good on the day. For the record the Leitrim panel in 1999 was Evy Guckian (Annaduff) Mary McKeon (Aughawillan – Captain) Louise Staunton, Lorna Diffley, Laura Diffley, Clare Duffy, Selina Shanley, Noelle Beirne, Caroline Howard (Bornacoola), Pamela Nicholls, Tara McCabe, Louise Heslin, Paula McGovern (Cloone), Orla Heeran, Aine McPartland, Serena Harkin (Drumkeerin), Karen Reilly, Michelle Duffy (Gortlettragh), Aine Meehan, Naomi Lee, Emma Burke (Kiltubrid), Lorna McDermottt, Lorraine McDermott, Karen McGarry, Mary Duignan, Kerri Manning, Bernie Egan (Mohill) Sandra Brady, Catherine Dolan, Roisin Corrigan, Shiela Bohan (St Josephs). Best of luck to all of the players and management on Thursday.
[b]Leitrim Ladies back on All Ireland Duty in Wexford:[/b]
Next Sunday Leitrim make the long journey to Wexford Park to play an in form Wexford team in what will probably be the decisive game inÓgroup 2 of the All Ireland Championship series. To date Leitrim have received a walkover from Limerick and defeated Westmeath to ensure qualification to the All Ireland quarter final with three of the five teams progressing to the knockout stages. With the group winner receiving an automatic semi final spot, the winner of Sundays game is likely to finish top of the group, if both teams win their final group games the following week as Leitrim host Louth and Wexford travel to Westmeath. Group 2 has been much more competitive with a Tipperary side unbeaten to date favourites to claim the automatic semi final place with Clare and Fermanagh possibly taking the two quarter final places ahead of Longford and Cavan. After last years All Ireland adventure, Leitrim will be keen to get back to Croke Park and the business end of the championship will start on Sunday next. While the National League campaign proved to be disappointing, Leitrim still managed to retain their Division 2 status, however the lack of competitive action since then may be a factor in the Championship as it unfolds as Leitrim have not had the benefit of a Provincial Championship campaign. On the positive side, a number of players unable to play in the early part of the season have had a chance to recover from injury and this will give the team a fresh impetus. We wish all of the players and management the best of luck on Sunday.
[b]Kiltubrid are 9 a Side League Champions:[/b]
Congratulations to Kiltubrid who defeated Mohill by two points in a very exciting Senior Final on Sunday afternoon in Fenagh. While both teams played some fine football, the greater number of Scóring chances fell to Kiltubrid who converted enough to secure the title.
[b]Minor Club Championship:[/b]
The first round will take place on Saturday evening next 28th July at 7.00pm. In the 13 a side competition Sean O Heslins play Glencar Manorhamilton while Dromahair are at home to Ballinaglera and St Marys host Bornacoola in the 9 a Side competition. On Tuesday 31st July Glencar Manor host St Josephs and Sean O Heslins play Allen Gaels in the 13 a side championship while Ballinaglera play Kiltubrid and Bornacoola host Aughawillan in the 9 a side championship.
[b]County Board Meeting:[/b]
The July meeting will take plane on Monday 30th July in Arus Padraig in Drumshanbo at 9.00pm
24-Jul-07 by Patricia Bohan – Ladies PRO
Ladies Senior 9 a Side League Final
LadiesKiltubrid 0.07 Mohill 0.05
Kiltubrid team took the honours in the Senior 9 a side league final with a two point win over holders Mohill in an entertaining game played in Fenagh on Sunday afternoon. While Mohill worked hard all through the game, a sharper Kiltubrid team seemed to have the better of their opponents throughout but were very wasteful in front of goals and kept the result in doubt to the final whistle.
Kiltubrid started the game with the first attack as a Sandra Early attempt hit the upright and rebounded to the incoming Miranda Burke who pointed the opening score. Early missed a second opportunity before Aoife McWeeney pointed from play three minutes later. Mohill had a opportunity to record their opening score but good work from Clare Kelly and Sinead Meehan cut out a promising attack. Almost immediately Aine Tighe had a great goal chance at the other end but hit her shot wide. Deirdre Ward missed another Mohill attempt for a point but good defending and a well worked ball up the field yielded a point for Ward to cut the lead. Emer Horan had to be alert to prevent a Katie Tyrrell goal but the game was level a minute later when a quick Mohill free found Christine Quinn in space and she pointed from thirty meters. With unlimited substitutions in the game a number of switches were made by both teams and Siobhan Kelly missed two easy chances to regain the Kiltubrid lead. Kiltubrid dominated the final five minutes of the half with an Aoife WcWeeney effort rebounding to safety off the crossbar. Sandra Early missed both a goal and a point chances before Mohill had one last attack with a pointed free from Lorna McDermott giving them a one point lead at the break.
Mohill missed two chances to increase their lead at the start of the second half with Lorna McDermott and Eimear Beirne off target before Kiltubrid again began to dominate the play. Aine Tighe pointed a free after five minutes to level the game. A good tackle from Lisa McWeeney in defence set up Regina Bohan for a point. Miranda Burke’s defence splitting ball to Siobhan Kelly gave Kiltubrid another goal chance but Kelly chose to point. Mohill were let off the hook two minutes later when Siobhan Kelly was well blocked by keeper Caroline McGarry but the loose ball fell to Lisa McWeeney who completely missed the ball in front of an openÓgoal. There was drama at the other end almost immediately when a Mohill goal bound shot from Eimear Beirne beat Emer Horan but the ball was illegally saved on the line by a Kiltubrid defender. However the resulting penalty from Lorna McDermott was saved by Horan. Mohill made amends for the miss with two fine points from play by Bernie Egan and Erin Reynolds to level the game again. With five minutes remaining Kiltubrid’s extra fitness told as they again dominated possession and again there was goalmouth drama as Siobhan Kelly managed a weak shot towards the goal after a fine defensive tackle from Olivia Gilmartin. The ball seemed certain to cross the line but Caroline McGarry made a great dive to prevent the goal. The rebound was picked up by the inrushing Aoife McWeeney but her shot hit the crossbar and again McWeeney won the rebound and pointed to put Kiltubrid in front again. McWeeney hit a wide from a good chance before Siobhan Kelly pointed with time almost up. The final action saw Kiltubrid attack once again but McWeeney hit a wide as the game ended to ensure Kiltubrid reversed last years result. Both teams are favourites to come out of their respective groups in this years intermediate championship and if so, a very close and exciting game is in prospect.
Kiltubrid: Emer Horan, Clare Kelly, Sinead Meehan, Aine Meehan, Aoife McWeeney, Aine Tighe, Regina Bohan, Sandra Early, Miranda Burke.
Mohill: Caroline McGarry, Olivia Gilmartin, Lorraine McDermott, Christine Quinn, Eimear Beirne, Deirdre Ward, Bernie Egan, Lorna McDermott, Erin Reynolds.
Referee: Mary Shanley.
24-Jul-07 by Patricia Bohan – Ladies PRO
Under 14 Hurling Development Squad – change of date
CoachingThe commencement of the Under 14 Hurling Development Squad is postponed by 1 week to facilitate the completion of the U14 football final this week.
The new start date is Tuesday evening 30 July, in Ballinamore at 7.30 pm.
23-Jul-07 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
Opening rounds of the Senior & Intermediate Championship
Club FootballThe Senior and Intermediate championship for 2007 opened at the weekend as each of the 4 groups within the respective competitions played off their round 1 fixtures.
The Seniors opening game was held on Friday night and was the mouth watering clash between the 2006 Senior and Intermediate champions. The game was held in Cloone and was the first ever Club Championship game in Leitrim to be held on a Friday which shows the flexibility that Clubs are willing to offer competitions in this modern era of football.
Mohill started the game well and racked up early scores but as Carrigallen eased into the game they took control and won out worthy winners by 3 points in an entertaining and high Scóring encounter which was noted for its free flowing style of football.
Double headers in Cloone and Pairc Sean on Saturday evening made for a busy evening as the remaining 3 groups in the Seniors and the first of the Intermediate games were played.
In Cloone, Sean O Heslins were beaten by 2 points by Annaduff in the Group 2 encounter. The second fixture for the evening was Bornacoola v St. Marys inÓgroup 1 and this result saw St. Marys plans take a set back as Bornacoola won by a goal. Both Annaduff and Bornacoola are setting out their stalls at an early stage.
In Pairc Sean the first Championship games in front of the new stand unfolded as opener of the Intermediate competition saw Aughnasheelin pip Dromahaire by 1 point in a close game, this incidently is Aughnasheelins first championship win in 4 years.
The Senior game followed and was a northern encounter with Glencar-Manorhamilton meeting Melvin Gaels. While its said the goals win championships it was not the case for Glencar Manor who failed to reel in Melvin Gaels who led through most of the game. Melvin Gaels hung on in a tense finish and won by the smallest of margins.
Sunday afternoon and the 3 remaining games of the Intermediate competition were played out. With a 2pm throw-in in Paric Sean, Aughavas won out easy winners over Ballinaglera by 7 points. The second fixture there saw Gortletteragh with a lot of possession and many wides overcome the challenge of Cloone with just 1 kick of the ball between them in the end as they won on a scoreline of Cloone 1-03 Gortletteragh 0-09.
The final game of the weekend saw Drunkeerin run out easy winners as they registered a large score of 3-21 over Glencar Manorhamiltons second team who scored 1-04 in Drumshanbo.
Next weekend its round two of the Senior and Intermediate championships and the opening round of the Junior A competition.
23-Jul-07 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
Admission prices to Leitrim Club Championship games
Club FootballThe following are the admission prices for entry to the 2007 Leitrim Club Championship Games.
[b]Senior OR Intermediate Double Header[/b]
Adult – 10
Student/OAP – 6
Under 16s – FREE
[b]Senior OR Intermediate Single fixture[/b]
Adult – 8
Student/OAP – 5
Under 16s – FREE
[b]Intermediate AND Junior Double Header[/b]
Adult – 8
Student/OAP – 5
Under 16s – FREE
[b]Junior Single OR Double Header[/b]
Adult / Student / OAP – 5
Under 16s – FREE
20-Jul-07 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
CCC clarification of derogation from Rial 129
GeneralFollowing recent enquiries for clarification of derogation from Rial 129 the following has been supplied by the CCC.
It appears that further clarification on the CCC Interpretation of Liatroim derogation from Rial 129 TO 2007 may be required. Please note the following points:
The League Status of Players graded for the ACL by having been named on First/Second/Third 13s is not in any way affected by the their championship status as determined in Club Championship 2007 and vice versa.
If your club uses less than 17 players at a particular grade, it is not necessary to bring that number up to 17 by subsequently naming two extra players, if they have not yet played. They become ineligible to play at a lower grade only when they have played at the higher grade and are among the first 17 players used at that grade.
If your club uses only 15 players in Round 1, and subsequently uses a 16th and/or 17th player at that grade in subsequent games then these players only become ineligible from that point forward to play at any other grade other than your clubs highest grade team, irrespective of whether they have played a lower grade in the meantime. The same applies in the grading of your club’s second and subsequent teams.
Ordinarily, the order in which substitute players play in any given match will determine if they are among the 17 players ineligible to play at a lower grade, in other words if a club uses 5 substitutes in Round 1 or any subsequent round, the first 2, in order, of these players used will be ruled ineligible to play at a lower level, until such time as the club has used 17 players at a givenÓgrade. Exception: Blood/Temporary Substitute(s) used at any grade.
In the case of team which may use 15/16 players in Round 1 and subsequently makes changes to its starting 15 in Round 2, or any subsequent Round, which brings the total number of players used at that grade over the maximum 17 excluded from playing at a lower grade, the club will be required to nominate the players from among the extras used, ie the said 1 or 2 players who will be added to the 15/16 used at that grade in the earlier rounds, to bring the total number ineligible at lower grade to a maximum of 17. If it is the case that the games take place in successive grades on consecutive days, or indeed immediately following each other, clubs are advised, in this case, to have that nomination done immediately following the first game by informing Rúnaí CCC. This may apply from Round 2 forward only.
In the case of a club with three/four championship teams, if the club has only used 15/16 players in its first team and has used 17 players in its second team, then if/when 1/2 players are used in the first team to bring the number to the maximum of 17 deemed ineligible to play at any other than the club’s highest graded team, then the next 1/2 players to play on the clubs second team will have been deemed ineligible to play at any other grade than the club’s first or second team. The same will follow from second to third team.
Put simply:
A Club with 2 Championship teams the maximum number of club players ineligible to play on 2nd team = 17
A Club with 3 Championship teams the maximum number of club players ineligible to play on 3rd team = 34
A Club with 4 Championship teams the maximum number of club players ineligible to play on 4th team = 51
Members of the Leitrim Senior Panel for Connacht SFC/All-Ireland Qualifier 2007 are ineligible to play at any grade of Club Championship other than a club’s highest graded team.
19-Jul-07 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
Archive Results & Championship Queries
GeneralArchive results from 2004 Championships to present day are now available via the links on the left hand menu. The links covering 2004, 2005 and 2006 are located on the lower section of the menu. 2007 is on the Championship Tables link in the Clubs section. The software is designed to allow a filtered view of a club so that you can see their progress inÓgroup and final stages.
A number of queries regarding the derogation to Rial 129 have been sent in by email and via the guestbook. In order to address the queries properly the CCC will issue a statement before Friday evening with regard to their interpretation of this derogation.
In addition a more detailed set of fixtures for the Championship will also be released which give firm dates for as many fixtures as possible.
18-Jul-07 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
Coaching news
CoachingOur Vhi GAA Cul camps continued last week, with camps in Mohill, Drumshanbo and Aughawillan with large numbers attending at each venue. Jimmy OâDwyer, National co-ordinator for Vhi Cul camps paid a visit to our camp in Drumshanbo on Friday last. The weather, while very poor at times failed to spoil the fun and enjoyment for all attending. Camps continue this week in Gortletteragh, Aughavas and Dromahair. Next weeks camps will be held in Fenagh, Drumkeerin and Carrick on – Shannon. Parents are reminded that they can still register for the camps but certain kit sizes are running out of stock so please donât leave it till the last minute and be disappointed.
Under 14 School of Excellence
Our under 14 school of excellence will continue on Saturday next 21/07 at 11.00 am in Drumkeerin GAA park. Bus times as per previous weeks. All players are asked to please attend or contact Terry Mc Manus 071 9855658.
[b]Hurling News[/b]
Under 14 Hurling Development Squad
Our Hurling Development squads will commence on Tuesday evening 24/07. Players will be contacted by their clubs this week with details of time and venue.
National Hurling Blitz weekend
The weekend of 25-26/08/07 has been designated National hurling Blitz weekend and Leitrim will host a blitz for weaker Counties at under 14 level. Full details will be published during the next few weeks.
Summer camps
Their will be four all hurling summer camps during August as follows.
Manorhamilton â¦â¦.. 30/07 to 01/08
Ballinamore â¦â¦â¦.. 07/08 to 09/08
Carrick â¦â¦â¦â¦â¦… 13/08 to 15/08
Mohill â¦â¦â¦â¦â¦â¦ 20/08 to 22/08
Camps will be open to boys and girls and the cost will be 25 per person. There is no need to book for these camps, just come along on the morning. Donât worry if you do not have a helmet or hurley as we will provide them on the day.
17-Jul-07 by Thomas Keenan
Insurance Information Evening
GeneralAll clubs are invited to this event in Ardan Mhic Samhrain (Level 3 Meeting Room), Pairc Sean Mac Diarmada on this Thursday 19th July at 8.30 pm.
This will be an opportunity for all clubs to get up to speed with Insurance Forms and Processes and any questions relating to GAA Insurance will hopefully be dealt with on the night.
It is very important for all who deal with insurance in each club to familiarise themselves with forms etc.
16-Jul-07 by PJ Meehan Development/Insurance Officer
Fr Manning Cup
Club FootballThe Fr. Manning Cup Competition for 2007 is due to commence on Wednesday July 18th and this year the competition will be divided into two sections, a Connaught section comprising of Leitrim, Roscommon and Sligo and a Leinster section comprising of Longford, Offaly and Westmeath.
The teams will play each other on a round robin basis with the top two teams in each section qualifying for the semi-finals, where they will play the respective winners and runners up of the opposing section. The semi-final winners will then play each other in the final.
Leitrim have a bye in the first round and then play Sligo on July 25th in Pairc Sean in round 2 with the round 3 encounter against Roscommon in Hyde park on August 1st.
16-Jul-07 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
Player Welfare Initiative
GeneralA New Player Welfare Initiative For All GAA/CLG Club and County Players Giving Rapid Access and Reporting
To MRI & X-Ray Services At Competitive Prices From Sunday 15th July 2007
[b]Medical Services – better services, lower costs and a better deal for Players[/b]
An issue of concern that has regularly been brought to our attention is the high cost of medical treatment of our players and, specifically, the high cost of MRI scans.
We have been looking at ways of reducing the expenditure of clubs and counties in this regard and have been examining ways of nÓgotiating lower prices nationally at strategically located MRI Centres throughout the country.
As a first step towards that end, we have nÓgotiated a service level contract, on a pilot basis initially, with Northwood Imaging Ltd, which comes into effect from Sunday 15th July 2007. In addition to the player centric approach and benefits, the prices agreed with Northwood Imaging will yield considerable savings to clubs and the GAA as a whole.
[b]Value for Money[/b]
The current prices being charged to GAA players, and in most cases being covered by the Player Injury scheme, vary from between 400 to over 600 per MRI Scan. We have nÓgotiated a price of 295 for a single MRI scan and 50 for an x-ray at Northwood Imaging in Dublin. These prices are all inclusive of professional fees, copies of scans on film or on CD etc. These rates represent a significant savings to our clubs, units and County Boards and clearly signal that a good cost containment policy is sustainable and consistent with improved standards of service. If this pilot scheme operates successfully, we hope to extend it to other regions during 2008 but for the duration of the pilot project these prices will be available to all players, club and inter-county, from all 32 counties, at Northwood Imaging only.
Northwood Imagingâs state of the art diagnostic imaging centre is located just 20 minutes from Croke Park and within 10 minutes from Dublin airport. The Centre has been added to the list of approved facilities by the major accreditation/funding agencies, including the HSE, NTPF and all private medical insurers, including VHI Healthcare, Quinn Healthcare, and VIVAS Health. ESB Medical Provident Fund, Garda Medical Aid etc
[b]Opening Hours meeting Playerâs needs and schedules.[/b]
As an integral part of this exclusive GAA service level contract, Northwood Imaging will extend its opening hours giving GAA players and our medical support personnel unrivalled access to their services for a total of 96 hours per week
Additional Opening Hours for GAA Players
⢠Sunday 12 noon to 8pm
⢠Monday to Thursday 8.00pm to 12 midnight
These arrangements are in addition to the normal opening hours
⢠Monday to Friday 8.00am to 8.00pm
⢠Saturday 8.00am to 6.00pm
Paddy Creedon, the CEO at Northwood Imaging and his qualified staff are always available to answer any questions you may have on this service. You can contact him at 01.8627361 or 087.2532011 at any time.
Starting on Sunday 15th July
This service will operate on a pilot basis from 15 July to 31 October 2007. A number of GAA players have already availed of the diagnostic modalities at Northwood Imaging since it opened in April 2005.
[b]How does the scheme work?[/b]
1. Make contact directly at 01-8627333 and make an MRI appointment. No appointment is necessary for an X-Ray as a walk in service is available at Northwood Imaging
2. Download and complete the relevant âMRI Scan/X-Ray Request Formâ from www.northwoodimaging.ie or on the GAA website at www.gaa.ie
[b]3. On arrival at Northwood Imaging, the player will present the necessary MRI Scan/X-Ray Request Form signed by his club or county secretary and medical doctor. All requests must be supported and signed off by registered medical practitioners.[/b]
4. The player will pay the fee of 295 (MRI) or 50 (X ray) and claim reimbursement through the GAA Player Injury scheme, subject to the rules of the scheme. If the player has Private Medical Insurance (e.g. VHI Healthcare) the necessary claim form for these insurers will be completed and no fee will be collected. (Please note that travel and accommodation expenses are not covered).
The only way we will know if this scheme is to be successful or not is if we use it at club and county level when the need arises. Please encourage all players and the medical team attached to your club/unit/county to try out the service during the course of the pilot scheme and let Paraic O Dufaigh, Bainisteoir Leasa na nImreoirÃ, or the people at Northwood Imaging know what you think of the service. All feedback and comments will be taken into account in the development of our medical services policy going forward and as we seek to develop this pilot project to other centres in 2008.
15-Jul-07 by Pauric Duffy – Croke Park