The mess in the public health system is exactely why all these vhi swiftcare clinics are opeing up - I needed an mri scan - choice was wait 6 weeks or go to swiftcare - paid my €240 and had my scan the next day - I would hate to have to go public - I fell for those who cannot take the private option - real fear is that you would be left on waiting list till your condition worsens or you die.