Urology Department Waiting Times in Oxford

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a urologist is

13 weeks

That's 3 months

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the South East region. There are currently 3,940 people waiting to see a urologist, with a typical wait of about 3 months. 63% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

63 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
3,940
people on the waiting list
45 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
164 people
have been waiting over a year
1,057 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (27% of the list)

Long waiter breakdown

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

150waiting 1–1.25 years (52–65 weeks)
14waiting 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 a urologist is about 11 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 142nd out of 204 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 24th out of 33 in South East

What does Urology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Kidney stones
Prostate problems
Bladder issues
Urinary incontinence
Circumcision
Vasectomy
Cystoscopy
Testicular lumps
Overactive bladder

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 Urology waiting time at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

The current average Urology waiting time at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is about 13 weeks.

How does Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust compare to other hospitals for Urology?

You can compare Urology 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.