NHS Dermatology Referral Waiting Times in Leeds

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Updated April 2026

The typical wait to see a dermatologist is

12 weeks

That's nearly 3 months

The NHS Dermatology waiting list at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust currently has 5,766 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 12 weeks from GP referral. About 6 in 10 Dermatology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 74 have been waiting over a year. Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the North East and Yorkshire region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since April 2025. It's slipped down 1 place in the national league for this department's; now 75 out of 118 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Apr 25Apr 26
Typical wait
12weeks
▼ -0.5 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
6in 10
▲ +3.6 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
5.8k
▼ -525
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
74
▼ -257
Been on the list for 12+ months
6 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
5,766
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
41 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
74 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
1,959 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.

▼ -0.5 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 11 weeks. This hospital is about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 75th out of 118 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 14th out of 19 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.

St. James's University Hospital, Leeds, LS9 7TF
0113 243 3144
NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board

Patient experiences

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Dermatology waiting list at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust?

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust currently has about 5,766 patients on its Dermatology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 12 weeks.

Does Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Dermatology?

About 62% of Dermatology patients at Leeds 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 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.