Across all departments, most patients wait about
14 weeks
That's roughly just over 3 months:
6 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks.
Waits at this hospital are about 3.8 weeks shorter than in February 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
Pennine Acute Hospitals NHS TrustUniversity Hospital Of South Manchester NHS Foundation TrustCentral Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Hospital sites at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Altrincham Hospital Blackburn Hospitals Blackpool Victoria Hospital Bolton Royal Hospital Burnley Hospitals Dental Hospital Udh Eye Hospital Outpatients Macclesfield District General Hospital Manchester Royal Eye Hospital Manchester University Hospital NHS Ft (Hq) NHS Nightingale Hospital North West North Manchester General Hospital Royal Manchester Children's Hospital Royal Preston Hospital Salford Royal Hospital St Mary's Hospital Stepping Hill Hospital Tameside General Hospital Trafford General Hospital University Dental Hospital Of Manchester Withington Community Hospital Wythenshawe Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust?
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 171,407 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 14 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.
Does Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 6 in 10 patients at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust are currently seen within the 18-week referral-to-treatment target. The NHS constitutional standard is 9 in 10 (92%).
How do I contact Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust?
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 0300 3309444. Ask to be connected to the relevant department or clinic.
Can I choose to be referred to this hospital?
Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England have the right to choose which hospital they are referred to for a first outpatient appointment. Discuss your options with your GP before accepting a referral.