NHS Urology Referral Waiting Times in Kettering

Glendon Wood Hospital

Updated April 2026

The typical wait to see a urologist is

30 weeks

That's 7 months

The NHS Urology waiting list at Glendon Wood Hospital currently has 23 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 30 weeks from GP referral. About 0 in 10 Urology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Glendon Wood Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the Midlands region. Waits at this hospital are about 9.7 weeks longer than in April 2025. It's slipped down 12 places in the national league for this department's; now 200 out of 201 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Apr 25Apr 26
Typical wait
30.5weeks
▲ +9.7 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
0in 10
▼ -23.6 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
23
▼ -20
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
0 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
23
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
40 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.

▲ +9.7 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 a urologist is about 11 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 200th out of 201 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 31st out of 31 in Midlands

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.

Glendon Lodge, Kettering, NN14 1QF
NHS Northamptonshire Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Urology waiting list at Glendon Wood Hospital?

Glendon Wood Hospital currently has about 23 patients on its Urology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 30 weeks.

Does Glendon Wood Hospital meet the NHS 18-week target for Urology?

About 4% of Urology patients at Glendon Wood Hospital are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Urology 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 Urology 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.