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Newmedica Community Ophthalmology - Gloucestershire - Gloucester (Aspen Centre) (Acg13) NHS Waiting Times

The NHS waiting list at Newmedica Community Ophthalmology - Gloucestershire - Gloucester (Aspen Centre) (Acg13) currently has 551 patients waiting for treatment, with a typical wait of around 12 weeks from GP referral. About 7 in 10 patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS target is 9 in 10), and 2 have been waiting over a year.

Independent Sector South West Updated August 2026

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 5 weeks longer than in August 2025.

12-month change

Then vs now at this hospital

Aug 25→Aug 26
Typical wait
12weeks
▲ +5 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
7in 10
▼ -18.7 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
551
▲ +190
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
2
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months

Hospital details

Address Aspen Centre, Horton Road, Gloucester, GL1 3PX
Integrated Care Board NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board
Established 2017

Waiting time trend

Median wait across all departments at this hospital, month by month.

▲ +5 wks

Department waiting times

Ophthalmology (Eye Care)

12 weeks
72% within 18 weeks

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS waiting list at Newmedica Community Ophthalmology - Gloucestershire - Gloucester (Aspen Centre) (Acg13)?

Newmedica Community Ophthalmology - Gloucestershire - Gloucester (Aspen Centre) (Acg13) currently has about 551 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 Newmedica Community Ophthalmology - Gloucestershire - Gloucester (Aspen Centre) (Acg13) meet the NHS 18-week target?

About 7 in 10 patients at Newmedica Community Ophthalmology - Gloucestershire - Gloucester (Aspen Centre) (Acg13) are currently seen within the 18-week referral-to-treatment target. The NHS constitutional standard is 9 in 10 (92%).

How do I contact Newmedica Community Ophthalmology - Gloucestershire - Gloucester (Aspen Centre) (Acg13)?

Newmedica Community Ophthalmology - Gloucestershire - Gloucester (Aspen Centre) (Acg13) can be contacted via their main switchboard. 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.

Source: NHS England RTT statistics. about our methodology