NHS Urology Referral Waiting Times in London

Hendon Hospital

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a urologist is

14 weeks

That's just over 3 months

The NHS Urology waiting list at Hendon Hospital currently has 120 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 14 weeks from GP referral. About 6 in 10 Urology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Hendon Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the London region.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
13.9weeks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
6in 10
▲ +64.2 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
120
▲ +120
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
6 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
120
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
34 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
16 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.

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 156th out of 202 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 22nd out of 30 in London

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.

46-50 Sunny Gardens Road, London, NW4 1RP
020 8457 4500
NHS North Central London Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Urology waiting list at Hendon Hospital?

Hendon Hospital currently has about 120 patients on its Urology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 14 weeks.

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

About 64% of Urology patients at Hendon 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.