Dermatology Department Waiting Times in Thornton Heath

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a dermatologist is

26 weeks

That's 6 months

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the London region. There are currently 2,248 people waiting to see a dermatologist, with a typical wait of about 6 months. 35% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

35 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
2,248
people on the waiting list
48 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
45 people
have been waiting over a year
148 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (7% of the list)

Long waiter breakdown

Of those waiting over a year, here's how long they've been waiting:

44waiting 1–1.25 years (52–65 weeks)
1waiting over 1.5 years (78+ weeks)

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 a dermatologist is about 13 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 117th out of 118 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 18th out of 18 in London

What does Dermatology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Suspicious mole checks
Skin cancer assessment
Eczema treatment
Psoriasis management
Acne treatment
Hair loss (alopecia)
Rosacea
Wart and verruca treatment
Contact dermatitis
Skin biopsy

Hospital contact

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

Croydon University Hospital, Thornton Heath, CR7 7YE
020 8401 3000
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NHS South West London Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Dermatology waiting time at Croydon Health Services NHS Trust?

The current average Dermatology waiting time at Croydon Health Services NHS Trust is about 26 weeks.

How does Croydon Health Services NHS Trust compare to other hospitals for Dermatology?

You can compare Dermatology waiting times across all NHS hospitals on WaitRadar to find shorter waits near you.

Can I choose which hospital I'm referred to?

Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England have the right to choose which hospital they are referred to for a first outpatient appointment. Discuss your options with your GP.

Source: NHS England RTT statistics — about our methodology

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