Across all departments, most patients wait about
12 weeks
That's roughly nearly 3 months:
7 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks.
Waits at this hospital are about 1.5 weeks shorter than in August 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
Dewsbury Health Care NHS TrustPinderfields And Pontefract Hospitals NHS Trust
Hospital sites at Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust
Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Castleford, Normanton & District Hospital Dewsbury & District Hospital Goole & District Hospital Pinderfields General Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust?
Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust currently has about 57,955 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 12 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.
Does Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 7 in 10 patients at Mid Yorkshire 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 Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust?
Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01924 541000. 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.