Trauma & Orthopaedics Department Waiting Times in Plymouth

Nuffield Health, Plymouth Hospital

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see an orthopaedic consultant is

14 weeks

That's just over 3 months

Nuffield Health, Plymouth Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the South West region. There are currently 655 people waiting to see an orthopaedic consultant, with a typical wait of about just over 3 months. 64% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

64 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
655
people on the waiting list
35 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
14 people
have been waiting over a year
331 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (51% of the list)

Long waiter breakdown

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

11waiting 1–1.25 years (52–65 weeks)
3waiting 1.25–1.5 years (65–78 weeks)

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 orthopaedic consultant is about 13 weeks. This hospital is about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 188th out of 306 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 26th out of 41 in South West

What does Trauma & Orthopaedics cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Hip replacement
Knee replacement
Shoulder surgery
Carpal tunnel release
Arthroscopy (keyhole joint surgery)
Fracture treatment
ACL reconstruction
Spinal injections
Bunion surgery
Trigger finger release

Hospital contact

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

Derriford Road, Plymouth, PL6 8BG
01752 775861
NHS Devon Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Trauma & Orthopaedics waiting time at Nuffield Health, Plymouth Hospital?

The current average Trauma & Orthopaedics waiting time at Nuffield Health, Plymouth Hospital is about 14 weeks.

How does Nuffield Health, Plymouth Hospital compare to other hospitals for Trauma & Orthopaedics?

You can compare Trauma & Orthopaedics 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.