NHS Neurology Referral Waiting Times in Maidstone

Maidstone And Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Updated June 2026

The typical wait to see a neurologist is

12 weeks

That's nearly 3 months

The NHS Neurology waiting list at Maidstone And Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust currently has 1,845 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 12 weeks from GP referral. About 7 in 10 Neurology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Maidstone And Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the South East region. Waits at this hospital are about 0.8 week longer than in June 2025. It's slipped down 19 places in the national league for this department's; now 43 out of 92 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Jun 25Jun 26
Typical wait
12weeks
▲ +0.8 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
7in 10
▼ -7 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
1.8k
▲ +469
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
1,845
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
31 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer

Wait time over time

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

▲ +0.8 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 neurologist is about 13 weeks. This hospital is about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 43rd out of 92 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 6th out of 16 in South East

What does Neurology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Epilepsy and seizures
Multiple sclerosis (MS)
Migraine and headaches
Parkinson's disease
Stroke follow-up
Neuropathy (nerve damage)
Tremor investigation
Memory problems
Dizziness and vertigo

Hospital contact

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

The Maidstone Hospital, Maidstone, ME16 9QQ
01622 729000
NHS Kent And Medway Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Neurology waiting list at Maidstone And Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust?

Maidstone And Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust currently has about 1,845 patients on its Neurology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 12 weeks.

Does Maidstone And Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Neurology?

About 68% of Neurology patients at Maidstone And Tunbridge Wells 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 Neurology 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 Neurology 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.