About Our Practice
Established in 1989
Mount Merrion Medical Clinic is a vibrant, friendly family practice situated in the heart of Mount Merrion.
The Clinic was established in 1989 by Dr Noreen O’Hanrahan and relocated to its current premises in 2006. Dr Gillian McLaughlin joined the practice in 2010 followed by Dr Thomas O’Byrne in 2018. After a long successful career Dr Noreen O’Hanrahan retired in 2022 and will be missed both by her patients and the clinic.
Our clinic has continued with Dr Gillian McLaughlin, Dr Thomas O’Byrne, Dr Sinéad Kelly-Keating, our practice nurse Vanessa Mulcahy, supported by our dedicated administration team of Patricia Haughton and practice manager Anne Burns.
Meet Our Staff
Dr Gillian McLaughlin
(BSc, MBChB, DRCOG, DCCH, MRCGP) graduated from the University of St Andrews University and then from Manchester University.
Gillian completed her General Practice training in Edinburgh and worked as a GP partner in London before moving with her family to Dublin in 2005. Gillian has been working in Mount Merrion Medical Clinic since 2009.
Gillian has a special interest in all aspects of Women’s Health including contraception, pre-conception investigations, antenatal and postnatal care and menopause management plus child health – from the newborn baby to the adolescent. She is also interested in ongoing chronic disease management, having completed a Certificate in Diabetes care in 2019.
Dr Thomas O'Byrne
(MICGP, MB BCh, BAO, DRCOG) is a graduate of University College Dublin.
Following two years of surgical training Thomas decided to specialise in general practice and completed postgraduate training with the south east GP training scheme.
He gained international experience by working in Australia for three years prior to returning to Dublin to join Mount Merrion Medical Clinic in 2018.
He manages patients for the full range of issues that arise in general practice and has a special interest in chronic disease management, men’s health and minor surgical procedures.
Dr Sinéad Kelly-Keating
(MICGP, MB, BCh, BAO, DCH) is a graduate of University College Dublin.
Sinéad trained originally as an Electronic Engineer in Trinity College Dublin. In 2002 she returned to University College Dublin graduating in 2007. She completed the Mid-Leinster Specialist GP Training Scheme and membership examinations to the ICGP in 2013. During this time Sinéad obtained a Diploma in Child Health. Following this she has worked in a GP practice in West Dublin until recently.
Sinéad has a special interest in Women’s Health, including working as a Breast Physician in the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital. She is very much looking forward to joining the team in Mount Merrion Medical Clinic.
Vanessa Mulcahy
Nurse
Nurse Vanessa Mulcahy joined our practice in 2020. Vanessa is a highly experienced nurse, and has worked in acute hospitals in Ireland and abroad.
She has a special interest in cardiology, and operates the ECG, vaccine, phlebotomy and cervical smear clinics as well as assisting with minor surgical procedures.
Mairead Keys
Foot Health Practitioner (RGN MCFH AMICPO)
Mairead is a member of the College of Foot Health and an associated member of the Irish Chiropodists & Podiatrists Organisation.
Building on years of experience as a General Nurse in Ireland and overseas, she has specialised in foot healthcare for the last eight years.
She provides patients with a wide range of foot healthcare services and advice which includes toenail cutting, mechanical reduction of thick nails, removal of corns and calluses, fungal nail infections, ingrown toenails, verrucae & diabetic foot care.
To arrange an appointment:
T: 086 2513576 E: maireadkeys@gmail.com
Anne Burns
Practice Manager
Anne took over from Brendan Geraghty, our previous Practice Manager in March 2022. Her medical career started with her training as a Healthcare Assistant. From there she moved on to working in a medical practice for 5 years as Secretary/Receptionist. During this time she completed a Diploma in Phlebotomy and is currently studying Medical Administration.
Patricia Haughton
Practice Administrator
Patricia joined the practice in February 2022 with over 10 years experience working in a community organisation and then 3 years with Mowlam Healthcare in Mount Carmel Community Hospital. She enjoys travelling and is a member of her local community group.