NHS Respiratory Medicine Referral Waiting Times in Hull

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Updated April 2026

The typical wait to see a respiratory consultant is

12 weeks

That's nearly 3 months

The NHS Respiratory Medicine waiting list at Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust currently has 2,979 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 12 weeks from GP referral. About 7 in 10 Respiratory Medicine patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 12 have been waiting over a year. Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the North East and Yorkshire region. Waits at this hospital are about 1.8 weeks shorter than in April 2025. It's slipped down 13 places in the national league for this department's; now 101 out of 124 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Apr 25Apr 26
Typical wait
12.2weeks
▼ -1.8 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
7in 10
▲ +6.3 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
3k
▼ -721
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
12
▼ -46
Been on the list for 12+ months
7 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
2,979
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
12 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
29 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.

▼ -1.8 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 respiratory consultant is about 10 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 101st out of 124 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 16th out of 21 in North East and Yorkshire

What does Respiratory Medicine cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Asthma management
COPD treatment
Sleep apnoea assessment
Lung function tests (spirometry)
Pulmonary fibrosis
Persistent cough investigation
Breathlessness assessment
Pleural effusion drainage
Bronchoscopy

Hospital contact

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

Hull Royal Infirmary, Hull, HU3 2JZ
01482 875875
NHS Humber And North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Respiratory Medicine waiting list at Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust?

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust currently has about 2,979 patients on its Respiratory Medicine waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 12 weeks.

Does Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Respiratory Medicine?

About 66% of Respiratory Medicine patients at Hull University Teaching Hospitals 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 Respiratory Medicine 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 Respiratory Medicine 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.