North Bristol NHS Trust NHS Waiting Times

NHS Trust South West Updated December 2025

Across all departments, most patients wait about 12 weeks

That's roughly nearly 3 months. 67 out of 100 patients are seen within 18 weeks.

Hospital details

Address Southmead Hospital, Southmead Road, Westbury-on-trym, Bristol, BS10 5NB
Phone 0117 950 5050
Integrated Care Board NHS Bristol, North Somerset And South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board
Established 1999

Formerly known as

This trust was formed from or previously known as:

Southmead Health Services NHS TrustFrenchay Healthcare NHS Trust

Department waiting times

Cardiology

11 weeks
67% within 18 weeks

Cardiothoracic Surgery

4 weeks
100% within 18 weeks

Dermatology

8 weeks
81% within 18 weeks

Geriatric Medicine

5 weeks
99% within 18 weeks

Gastroenterology

15 weeks
57% within 18 weeks

General Surgery

15 weeks
57% within 18 weeks

Gynaecology

13 weeks
64% within 18 weeks

Neurology

13 weeks
62% within 18 weeks

Neurosurgery

11 weeks
71% within 18 weeks

Plastic Surgery

13 weeks
64% within 18 weeks

Respiratory Medicine

6 weeks
94% within 18 weeks

Rheumatology

16 weeks
56% within 18 weeks

Trauma & Orthopaedics

14 weeks
61% within 18 weeks

Urology

11 weeks
69% within 18 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the average wait at North Bristol NHS Trust?

The average waiting time across all departments at North Bristol NHS Trust is about 12 weeks.

How do I contact North Bristol NHS Trust?

North Bristol NHS Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 0117 950 5050. Ask to be connected to the relevant department.

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. Discuss your options with your GP.

Source: NHS England RTT statistics — about our methodology