VHI has begun investigating claims for unnecessary hip surgeries at Temple Street and Cappagh hospitals. This follows a report detailing procedures that didn’t meet clinical thresholds, prompting the insurer to review its reimbursement protocols and the medical necessity of these operations.

Susan is a qualified barrister and Head of Legal Services at Coleman Legal. She previously spent over 15 years working in the insurance industry, managing various personal injury litigation cases in the hospitality, retail, leisure, transport, and construction sectors.
Education
Susan holds a BCL (Hons) Degree from University College Dublin and a Barrister of Law Degree from the Honorable Society of Kings Inns. She also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (DIT) and a Diploma in Arbitration (UCD).