Urology Department Waiting Times in St. Leonards-on-sea

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a urologist is

15 weeks

That's 3½ months

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the South East region. There are currently 4,961 people waiting to see a urologist, with a typical wait of about 3½ months. 57% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

57 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
4,961
people on the waiting list
46 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
193 people
have been waiting over a year
803 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (16% of the list)

Long waiter breakdown

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

192waiting 1–1.25 years (52–65 weeks)
1waiting 1.25–1.5 years (65–78 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 urologist is about 11 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 169th out of 204 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 28th out of 33 in South East

What does Urology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Kidney stones
Prostate problems
Bladder issues
Urinary incontinence
Circumcision
Vasectomy
Cystoscopy
Testicular lumps
Overactive bladder

Hospital contact

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

St Annes House, St. Leonards-on-sea, TN37 7PT
01424 755255
NHS Sussex Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Urology waiting time at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust?

The current average Urology waiting time at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust is about 15 weeks.

How does East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust compare to other hospitals for Urology?

You can compare Urology 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.