Neurosurgery Department Waiting Times in Cambridge

Nuffield Health, Cambridge Hospital

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a neurosurgeon is

15 weeks

That's 3½ months

Nuffield Health, Cambridge Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the East of England region. There are currently 31 people waiting to see a neurosurgeon, with a typical wait of about 3½ months. 58% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

58 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
31
people on the waiting list
35 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
4 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (13% of the list)

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 a neurosurgeon is about 14 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 30th out of 43 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 2nd out of 3 in East of England

What does Neurosurgery cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Brain tumour surgery
Spinal disc surgery
Nerve decompression
Carpal tunnel surgery
Spinal fusion
Hydrocephalus treatment (shunt)
Trigeminal neuralgia treatment
Deep brain stimulation

Hospital contact

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

4 Trumpington Road, Cambridge, CB2 8AF
NHS Cambridgeshire And Peterborough Integrated Care Board

Same department at other hospitals nearby

Compare Neurosurgery waiting times at other hospitals in the East of England region:

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Neurosurgery waiting time at Nuffield Health, Cambridge Hospital?

The current average Neurosurgery waiting time at Nuffield Health, Cambridge Hospital is about 15 weeks.

How does Nuffield Health, Cambridge Hospital compare to other hospitals for Neurosurgery?

You can compare Neurosurgery waiting times across all NHS hospitals on WaitRadar to find shorter waits near you.

Can I choose which hospital I'm referred to?

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.

This is informational data, not medical advice. Always discuss referral options with your GP. Full disclaimer.