Dermatology Department Waiting Times in Canterbury

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a dermatologist is

11 weeks

That's nearly 3 months

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the South East region. There are currently 4,827 people waiting to see a dermatologist, with a typical wait of about nearly 3 months. 70% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

70 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
4,827
people on the waiting list
31 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
3 people
have been waiting over a year
604 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (13% of the list)

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 faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 46th out of 118 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 7th out of 16 in South East

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.

Kent & Canterbury Hospital, Canterbury, CT1 3NG
01227 766877
NHS Kent And Medway Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Dermatology waiting time at East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust?

The current average Dermatology waiting time at East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is about 11 weeks.

How does East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation 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.

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