Trauma & Orthopaedics Department Waiting Times in Taunton

Nuffield Health, Taunton Hospital

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see an orthopaedic consultant is

16 weeks

That's nearly 4 months

Nuffield Health, Taunton Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the South West region. There are currently 442 people waiting to see an orthopaedic consultant, with a typical wait of about nearly 4 months. 60% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

60 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
442
people on the waiting list
34 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
3 people
have been waiting over a year
188 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (43% of the list)

Long waiter breakdown

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

1waiting 1–1.25 years (52–65 weeks)
2waiting 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 slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 236th out of 306 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 30th 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.

Staplegrove, Taunton, TA2 6AN
01823 286991
NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The current average Trauma & Orthopaedics waiting time at Nuffield Health, Taunton Hospital is about 16 weeks.

How does Nuffield Health, Taunton 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.