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NHS Ophthalmology (Eye Care) Referral Waiting Times in Huddersfield

Calderdale And Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

Updated August 2026

The typical wait to see an ophthalmologist is

8 weeks

That's nearly 2 months

The NHS Ophthalmology (Eye Care) waiting list at Calderdale And Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust currently has 2,393 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 8 weeks from GP referral. About 8 in 10 Ophthalmology (Eye Care) patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Calderdale And Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the North East and Yorkshire region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since August 2025. It's moved up 12 places in the national league for this department's; now 134 out of 313 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Aug 25→Aug 26
Typical wait
7.6weeks
No change
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
8in 10
▼ -1.1 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
2.4k
▲ +227
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
8 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
2,393
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
22 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
871 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Wait time over time

Median wait for this department, with the national average as a dashed line.

No change

How long are people waiting?

Distribution of patients by how many weeks they've been on the waiting list.

How does this compare?

The national average wait to see an ophthalmologist is about 9 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 134th out of 313 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 16th out of 50 in North East and Yorkshire

What does Ophthalmology (Eye Care) cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Cataract surgery
Glaucoma treatment
Macular degeneration
Diabetic eye screening
Squint correction
Tear duct problems
Eyelid surgery
Laser eye treatment
Retinal detachment

Hospital contact

Main hospital switchboard. ask to be connected to the department.

Trust Headquarters, Huddersfield, HD3 3EA
01484 342000
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NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Ophthalmology (Eye Care) waiting list at Calderdale And Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust?

Calderdale And Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 2,393 patients on its Ophthalmology (Eye Care) waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 8 weeks.

Does Calderdale And Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Ophthalmology (Eye Care)?

About 85% of Ophthalmology (Eye Care) patients at Calderdale And Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Ophthalmology (Eye Care) wait is too long?

Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England can ask their GP to refer them to any hospital that provides NHS care. Use WaitRadar to compare Ophthalmology (Eye Care) waiting times at other NHS hospitals near you before accepting a referral.

Source: NHS England RTT statistics. about our methodology

This is informational data, not medical advice. Always discuss referral options with your GP. Full disclaimer.