NHS Dermatology Referral Waiting Times in Scunthorpe

Hcrg Care Dermatology The Ironstone Centre

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a dermatologist is

5 weeks

That's 1 month

The NHS Dermatology waiting list at Hcrg Care Dermatology The Ironstone Centre currently has 1,012 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 5 weeks from GP referral. About 10 in 10 Dermatology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 1 have been waiting over a year. Hcrg Care Dermatology The Ironstone Centre is an Independent Sector provider in the North East and Yorkshire region. Waits at this hospital are about 9 weeks shorter than in January 2025.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Jan 25Feb 26
Typical wait
4.6weeks
▼ -9 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
10in 10
▲ +39.1 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
1k
▼ -3.3k
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
1
▼ -42
Been on the list for 12+ months
10 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
1,012
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
15 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
1 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months

Long waiter breakdown

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

1waiting over 1.5 years (78+ weeks)

Wait time over time

Median wait for this department, with the national average as a dashed line.

▼ -9 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 dermatologist is about 12 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 10th out of 118 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 4th out of 20 in North East and Yorkshire

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.

West Street, Scunthorpe, DN15 6HX
NHS Humber And North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Dermatology waiting list at Hcrg Care Dermatology The Ironstone Centre?

Hcrg Care Dermatology The Ironstone Centre currently has about 1,012 patients on its Dermatology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 5 weeks.

Does Hcrg Care Dermatology The Ironstone Centre meet the NHS 18-week target for Dermatology?

About 98% of Dermatology patients at Hcrg Care Dermatology The Ironstone Centre are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Dermatology 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 Dermatology 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.