NHS Ophthalmology (Eye Care) Referral Waiting Times at Deeping Surgical

Deeping Surgical

Updated June 2026

The typical wait to see an ophthalmologist is

13 weeks

That's 3 months

The NHS Ophthalmology (Eye Care) waiting list at Deeping Surgical currently has 130 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 13 weeks from GP referral. About 7 in 10 Ophthalmology (Eye Care) patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Deeping Surgical is an Independent Sector provider in the Midlands region. Waits at this hospital are about 3.1 weeks longer than in May 2026.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

May 26Jun 26
Typical wait
12.7weeks
▲ +3.1 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
7in 10
▼ -10.4 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
130
No change
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
7 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
130
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
26 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer

Wait time over time

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

▲ +3.1 wks

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 8 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 282nd out of 316 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 54th out of 63 in Midlands

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Ophthalmology (Eye Care) waiting list at Deeping Surgical?

Deeping Surgical currently has about 130 patients on its Ophthalmology (Eye Care) waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 13 weeks.

Does Deeping Surgical meet the NHS 18-week target for Ophthalmology (Eye Care)?

About 73% of Ophthalmology (Eye Care) patients at Deeping Surgical 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.

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