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NHS Trauma & Orthopaedics Referral Waiting Times in Poole

Bmi - The Harbour Hospital

Updated August 2026

The typical wait to see an orthopaedic consultant is

10 weeks

That's just over 2 months

The NHS Trauma & Orthopaedics waiting list at Bmi - The Harbour Hospital currently has 179 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 10 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). Bmi - The Harbour Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the South West region. Waits at this hospital are about 3.3 weeks shorter than in August 2025. It's moved up 90 places in the national league for this department's; now 99 out of 303 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Aug 25→Aug 26
Typical wait
10.3weeks
▼ -3.3 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
7in 10
▲ +2.1 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
179
▲ +52
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
179
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
33 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
41 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.

▼ -3.3 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 13 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 99th out of 303 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 11th out of 38 in South West

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.

St. Marys Road, Poole, BH15 2BH
01202 244200
NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Trauma & Orthopaedics waiting list at Bmi - The Harbour Hospital?

Bmi - The Harbour Hospital currently has about 179 patients on its Trauma & Orthopaedics waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 10 weeks.

Does Bmi - The Harbour Hospital meet the NHS 18-week target for Trauma & Orthopaedics?

About 70% of Trauma & Orthopaedics patients at Bmi - The Harbour Hospital 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.