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

Nuffield Health Parkside Hospital

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see an ENT specialist is

7 weeks

That's nearly 2 months

Nuffield Health Parkside Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the London region. There are currently 80 people waiting to see an ENT specialist, with a typical wait of about nearly 2 months. About 8 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks. That's the NHS target. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since February 2025. It's moved up 3 places in the national league for this department's; now 21 out of 156 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
7.2weeks
▼ -0.3 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
8in 10
▲ +6 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
80
▼ -45
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
1
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
8 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
80
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
27 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
1 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
17 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:

1waiting over 1.5 years (78+ weeks)

Wait time over time

Median wait and % seen within 18 weeks for this department, with the national average as a dashed line.

▼ -0.3 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 14 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 21st out of 156 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 5th out of 22 in London

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.

53 Parkside, London, SW19 5NX
NHS South West London Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) waiting time at Nuffield Health Parkside Hospital?

The current average Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) waiting time at Nuffield Health Parkside Hospital is about 7 weeks.

How does Nuffield Health Parkside Hospital compare to other hospitals for Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)?

You can compare Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) 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.