NHS Trauma & Orthopaedics Referral Waiting Times in Nuneaton

George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see an orthopaedic consultant is

11 weeks

That's 2½ months

The NHS Trauma & Orthopaedics waiting list at George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust currently has 2,027 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 11 weeks from GP referral. About 7 in 10 Trauma & Orthopaedics patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 2 have been waiting over a year. George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the Midlands region. Waits at this hospital are about 4 weeks shorter than in February 2025. It's moved up 98 places in the national league for this department's; now 89 out of 306 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
11.1weeks
▼ -4 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
7in 10
▲ +16.6 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
2k
▼ -90
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
2
▼ -18
Been on the list for 12+ months
7 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
2,027
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
31 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
2 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
300 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.

▼ -4 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 orthopaedic consultant is about 14 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 89th out of 306 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 15th out of 54 in Midlands

What does Trauma & Orthopaedics cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Hip replacement
Knee replacement
Shoulder surgery
Carpal tunnel release
Arthroscopy (keyhole joint surgery)
Fracture treatment
ACL reconstruction
Spinal injections
Bunion surgery
Trigger finger release

Hospital contact

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

Lewes House, Nuneaton, CV10 7DJ
024 7635 1351
NHS Coventry And Warwickshire Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Trauma & Orthopaedics waiting list at George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust?

George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust currently has about 2,027 patients on its Trauma & Orthopaedics waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 11 weeks.

Does George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Trauma & Orthopaedics?

About 73% of Trauma & Orthopaedics patients at George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Trauma & Orthopaedics 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 Trauma & Orthopaedics 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.