Chief Medical Officer (Ireland)
The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) for Ireland is the most senior government advisor on health related matters. It is a government post as the lead medical expert in the Department of Health.
The key responsibilities of the CMO include providing expert medical evidence, especially in public health matters, as well as leading on patient safety issues, emergency planning and other areas.
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