Across all departments, most patients wait about
15 weeks
That's roughly 3½ months:
6 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks.
Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since February 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
Nottingham City Hospital NHS TrustQueen's Medical Centre, Nottingham University Hospital NHS Trust
Hospital sites at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Grantham & District Hospital Ilkeston Community Hospital Kings Mill Hospital Newark Hospital Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust - City Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust - Queen's Medical Centre Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust - Ropewalk House The Park Hospital Nottingham The Spire Hospital Nottingham
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust?
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust currently has about 91,720 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 15 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.
Does Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 6 in 10 patients at Nottingham University 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 Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust?
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 0115 924 9924. 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.