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Dr Stephen Higgins

Palliative Medicine Dublin 8, Ireland

Dr Stephen Higgins

3 jaar ervaring

7,862+
Patients seen
3
Years in practice
14
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Stephen Higgins at a glance

Dr Stephen Higgins is a Palliative Medicine practitioner based in Dublin 8, Ireland, Ierland, practising at University College Cork (UCC) Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at University College Cork (UCC) (MD, 2019). Serves patients in Dublin 8, Ireland, Ierland and the surrounding area.

Over

Dr Stephen Higgins is a Consultant in Palliative Medicine.
Dr Higgins' approach centres on providing gentle honesty and open communication to help patients and their families navigate the challenges of serious illness. Their focus is on improving quality of life through symptom control, emotional support, and honest conversations about their condition.

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Dr Stephen Higgins

Opleiding & training

  1. 2013–2019 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    University College Cork (UCC), Dublin 8, Ireland (IE)
  2. 2019–2023 Residency · Palliative Medicine
    University College Dublin (UCD), Dublin 8, Ireland (IE)

Carrière & aanstellingen

  1. 2023-09–2024-08 Junior consultant
    University College Cork (UCC) Teaching Hospital — Palliative Medicine

Vergunningen & verzekering

Medische licenties

IE — Medical Council of Ireland
#IE-670306 active · expires 2028-12-31

Boardcertificeringen

European Board of Palliative Medicine
#EB-A1F5761D · issued 2024 · renewal 2034
Beroepsaansprakelijkheidsverzekering: Allianz Professional · 2,000,000 EUR dekking · No claims on file

Uitgevoerde procedures

ProcedureCodeLevenslang aantal
GP consultation 99213 2,053
Annual physical exam 99395 1,835
Vaccination administration 90471 1,699
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 3,044

Diensten & prijzen

DienstDuurModaliteitPrijs
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 30 min in_clinic 810.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR

Praktijk, team & in praktijk

Stephen Higgins in consultation
IN OFFICE
Stephen Higgins with the team
WITH TEAM
Stephen Higgins at a conference
CONFERENCE

Video's

introduction · 89s
Meet Stephen Higgins

Onderzoek & publicaties

h-index: 19 · i10: 11

  1. Long-term follow-up of Palliative Medicine across IE
    Stephen Higgins, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.5964/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 37319532 · geciteerd door 101
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Palliative Medicine
    Stephen Higgins, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.6905/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 35631866 · geciteerd door 183
  3. Long-term follow-up of Palliative Medicine across IE
    Stephen Higgins, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.7221/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 36199205 · geciteerd door 177
  4. Validation of clinical scoring in Palliative Medicine
    Stephen Higgins, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.5898/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 34430793 · geciteerd door 123

Uitgenodigde lezingen

  • Practical updates in Palliative Medicine European Annual Congress (Palliative Medicine) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Palliative Medicine National Society Meeting · Dublin 8, Ireland · 2023 · oral abstract

Onderscheidingen & lidmaatschappen

Onderscheidingen

  • 🏆 Top-rated Palliative Medicine — Dublin 8, Ireland · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Lidmaatschappen

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Sinds 2024
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Sinds 2024
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Sinds 2024

Artikelen van deze arts

  • Patient education Patient guide to Palliative Medicine
  • Awareness When should you see a palliative medicine?

Voor internationale patiënten

Coördinator
Patient liaison · stephen.higgins@euroclinics.example

Locatie

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Recente recensies

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Geverifieerd
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr Stephen Higgins's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Stephen Higgins treats, with the size of the national pool of Ierland doctors offering the same care.

Palliative Medicine

Dr Stephen Higgins is one of 35 palliative medicine doctors indexed in Ierland. Browse palliative medicine doctors in Ierland →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Dublin 8, Ireland matters

Medical practice in Ierland is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant Ierland medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in Dublin 8, Ireland carries the additional benefits of local language support, in-person follow-up, and direct coordination with regional hospitals and labs. A verified profile means EuroClinics has cross-checked the practitioner or clinic against an official source (national medical register, public licence database, or the practitioner themselves), and that the data shown here matches that source as of the last verification date above.

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Veelgestelde vragen

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  • What does Stephen Higgins specialise in?

    Stephen Higgins specialises in Palliative Medicine in Dublin 8, Ireland, IE.

  • What conditions does Stephen Higgins treat?

    Stephen Higgins treats conditions within Palliative Medicine. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Stephen Higgins practise?

    Stephen Higgins practises in Dublin 8, Ireland, IE. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Stephen Higgins speak?

    Stephen Higgins speaks English.

  • How do I book an appointment with Stephen Higgins?

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