Neurosurgery Department Waiting Times in Oxford

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a neurosurgeon is

12 weeks

That's 3 months

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the South East region. There are currently 1,146 people waiting to see a neurosurgeon, with a typical wait of about 3 months. 69% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

69 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
1,146
people on the waiting list
33 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
9 people
have been waiting over a year
260 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (23% 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 about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 19th out of 43 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 3rd out of 5 in South East

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.

John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, OX3 9DU
0300 304 7777
NHS Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire And Berkshire West Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Neurosurgery waiting time at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

The current average Neurosurgery waiting time at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is about 12 weeks.

How does Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust 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.