NHS Trauma & Orthopaedics Referral Waiting Times in Hatfield

One Hatfield Hospital

Updated June 2026

The typical wait to see an orthopaedic consultant is

19 weeks

That's just over 4 months

The NHS Trauma & Orthopaedics waiting list at One Hatfield Hospital currently has 424 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 19 weeks from GP referral. About 5 in 10 Trauma & Orthopaedics patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 19 have been waiting over a year. One Hatfield Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the East of England region. Waits at this hospital are about 15.4 weeks shorter than in October 2025.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Oct 25Jun 26
Typical wait
18.7weeks
▼ -15.4 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
5in 10
▲ +11.7 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
424
▼ -489
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
19
▼ -392
Been on the list for 12+ months
5 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
424
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
41 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
19 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
112 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Wait time over time

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

▼ -15.4 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 orthopaedic consultant is about 13 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 287th out of 307 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 31st out of 37 in East of England

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.

3 Hatfield Avenue, Hatfield, AL10 9UA
NHS Hertfordshire And West Essex Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Trauma & Orthopaedics waiting list at One Hatfield Hospital?

One Hatfield Hospital currently has about 424 patients on its Trauma & Orthopaedics waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 19 weeks.

Does One Hatfield Hospital meet the NHS 18-week target for Trauma & Orthopaedics?

About 48% of Trauma & Orthopaedics patients at One Hatfield Hospital are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Trauma & Orthopaedics 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 Trauma & Orthopaedics 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.