New doctor in town

Dr Hendrick De Witt has joined the Kilcullen Family Practice while Dr Michael Kelly recuperates from his serious illness.

From South Africa, Dr De Witt worked for many years as a GP and as the Medical Director of a Community Hospital.

He will work with the other professionals in the KFP, Dr Deirdre Collins, Dr Susanna Francke, Dr Peter Killeen and Nurse Marie Sullivan.

Dr Kelly is expected to be on sick leave for an extended length of time. All in the community wish him well.

Brian Byrne.