Across all departments, most patients wait about
11 weeks
That's roughly 2½ months:
7 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks.
Waits at this hospital are about 2.2 weeks longer than in February 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
Hartlepool And East Durham NHS TrustNorth Tees Health NHS Trust
Hospital sites at North Tees And Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust
North Tees And Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Guisborough General Hospital Peterlee Community Hospital Redcar Primary Care Hospital The Friarage Hospital University Hospital Of Hartlepool University Hospital Of North Tees Woodlands Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at North Tees And Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust?
North Tees And Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 22,141 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 11 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.
Does North Tees And Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 7 in 10 patients at North Tees And Hartlepool NHS Foundation 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 North Tees And Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust?
North Tees And Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01642 617617. 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.