Across all departments, most patients wait about
13 weeks
That's roughly 3 months:
6 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks.
Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since February 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
Southport And Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust
Hospital sites at Mersey And West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Mersey And West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Broadgreen Hospital Fairfield Hospital Halton Hospital Newton Community Hospital Ormskirk And District General Hospital Royal Liverpool Childrens Hospital Royal Liverpool University Hospital Southport And Formby District General Hospital St Helens Hospital University Hospital Aintree Walton Hospital Rice Lane Warrington Hospital Whiston Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at Mersey And West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust?
Mersey And West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust currently has about 74,555 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 13 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.
Does Mersey And West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 6 in 10 patients at Mersey And West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS 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 Mersey And West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust?
Mersey And West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 0151 426 1600. 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.