NHS Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) Referral Waiting Times in Brentwood

Nuffield Health, Brentwood Hospital

Updated June 2026

The typical wait to see an ENT specialist is

21 weeks

That's 5 months

The NHS Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) waiting list at Nuffield Health, Brentwood Hospital currently has 334 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 21 weeks from GP referral. About 4 in 10 Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 81 have been waiting over a year. Nuffield Health, Brentwood Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the East of England region. Waits at this hospital are about 8.2 weeks longer than in June 2025. It's slipped down 97 places in the national league for this department's; now 154 out of 159 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Jun 25Jun 26
Typical wait
21.4weeks
▲ +8.2 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
4in 10
▼ -16.2 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
334
▲ +90
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
81
▲ +32
Been on the list for 12+ months
4 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
334
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
66 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
81 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
31 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Long waiter breakdown

Of those waiting over a year, here's how long they've been waiting:

43waiting 1 to 1.25 years (52 to 65 weeks)
34waiting 1.25 to 1.5 years (65 to 78 weeks)
4waiting over 1.5 years (78+ weeks)

Wait time over time

Median wait for this department, with the national average as a dashed line.

▲ +8.2 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 an ENT specialist is about 13 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 154th out of 159 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 20th out of 22 in East of England

What does Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Tonsil removal (tonsillectomy)
Grommets for glue ear
Hearing loss assessment
Sinus surgery
Nasal polyp removal
Sleep apnoea treatment
Deviated septum correction
Ear infections
Voice and swallowing problems

Hospital contact

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

Shenfield Road, Brentwood, CM15 8EH
01277 695695
NHS Mid And South Essex Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) waiting list at Nuffield Health, Brentwood Hospital?

Nuffield Health, Brentwood Hospital currently has about 334 patients on its Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 21 weeks.

Does Nuffield Health, Brentwood Hospital meet the NHS 18-week target for Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)?

About 44% of Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) patients at Nuffield Health, Brentwood Hospital are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) 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 Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) 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.