Cork is a major healthcare hub, home to Cork University Hospital (CUH), the Mercy University Hospital, the South Infirmary Victoria University Hospital, and numerous primary care facilities. Healthcare workers moving internationally or seeking overseas registration frequently need notarised documents. Hugh Phelan’s office in Douglas provides specialist notarial services for the healthcare sector.
Cork’s Healthcare Sector
Cork University Hospital is the largest hospital in the HSE South region and one of the busiest in Ireland, with over 800 beds and thousands of staff including doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, and researchers. The Mercy University Hospital and South Infirmary serve additional specialities. UCC’s School of Medicine produces graduates who go on to practise worldwide.
Cork also has a significant pharmaceutical and medical devices sector, with companies such as Pfizer, Eli Lilly, Stryker, and DePuy Synthes operating major facilities in the region. Workers in these industries also frequently need notarised documents.
Healthcare Documents We Notarise
- Medical degrees and qualifications — certified copies of MB BCh BAO, MD, and specialist qualifications for overseas medical council registration
- Nursing qualifications — certified copies of nursing degrees, NMBI registration certificates, and specialist nursing certifications
- Medical Council registration — notarised copies of Irish Medical Council registration for use with foreign medical boards
- Employment contracts — notarised contracts for healthcare positions abroad
- Reference letters — notarised professional references from consultants and hospital administrators
- Good standing certificates — notarised certificates of good standing for international registration
- Research documents — notarised research agreements, ethics approvals, and academic papers for international collaboration
- Visa supporting documents — certified copies for visa applications related to overseas healthcare positions
Convenient for Healthcare Shift Patterns
We understand that healthcare workers often have irregular schedules. We offer:
- Same-day appointments: Frequently available, ideal for fitting around shifts
- Advance preparation: Email your documents ahead and we can have everything ready, minimising time at the office
- Flexible scheduling: Call (021) 489 7134 to discuss appointment times that work with your roster
Proximity to Cork Hospitals
- CUH: approximately 5 km, 10 minutes by car
- Mercy University Hospital: approximately 4 km, 10 minutes by car
- South Infirmary: approximately 3 km, 8 minutes by car
How to Book an Appointment
- Phone: (021) 489 7134 (office hours)
- Urgent/Mobile: 086 390 7815
- Email: info@phelansolicitors.com
When booking, let us know the type of document, the country where it will be used, and any deadlines you are working to.
Frequently Asked Questions
What healthcare documents need notarisation?
Medical degrees, nursing qualifications, registration certificates (Medical Council, NMBI), employment contracts, and reference letters frequently need notarisation for international use.
Can you notarise documents for overseas medical registration?
Yes. Hugh Phelan regularly notarises qualifications and supporting documents for healthcare workers registering with medical councils and nursing boards abroad.
Do I need an appointment?
Yes. Call (021) 489 7134 to book. Same-day appointments are frequently available, convenient for healthcare workers with shift patterns.
Is the office close to CUH?
Our Douglas office is approximately 5 km from Cork University Hospital, about 10 minutes by car.
Hugh Phelan
Solicitor & Notary Public
Hugh Phelan is a Solicitor and Notary Public practising from Douglas, Co. Cork. Appointed by the Chief Justice of Ireland, he holds a BCL from UCC and a Diploma in Notarial Law and Practice. He is dual-qualified in Ireland and England & Wales, with over 20 years of professional experience.