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NHS Geriatric Medicine Referral Waiting Times in Wakefield

Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Updated August 2026

The typical wait to see a geriatrician is

12 weeks

That's nearly 3 months

The NHS Geriatric Medicine waiting list at Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust currently has 497 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 12 weeks from GP referral. About 6 in 10 Geriatric Medicine patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the North East and Yorkshire region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since August 2025. It's moved up 2 places in the national league for this department's; now 101 out of 107 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Aug 25→Aug 26
Typical wait
11.8weeks
▲ +0.5 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
6in 10
▼ -7.3 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
497
▲ +239
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
6 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
497
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
36 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
46 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 geriatrician is about 7 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 101st out of 107 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 20th out of 20 in North East and Yorkshire

What does Geriatric Medicine cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Falls assessment and prevention
Dementia assessment
Frailty management
Mobility problems
Medication review
Delirium investigation
Osteoporosis
Continence assessment
End-of-life care planning

Hospital contact

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

Pinderfields Hospital, Wakefield, WF1 4DG
01924 541000
NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Geriatric Medicine waiting list at Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust?

Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust currently has about 497 patients on its Geriatric Medicine waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 12 weeks.

Does Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Geriatric Medicine?

About 64% of Geriatric Medicine patients at Mid Yorkshire 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 Geriatric Medicine 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 Geriatric Medicine 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.