NHS Paediatrics Referral Waiting Times in Stanmore

Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a paediatrician is

7 weeks

That's nearly 2 months

The NHS Paediatrics waiting list at Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust currently has 624 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 7 weeks from GP referral. About 8 in 10 Paediatrics patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the London region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since February 2025. It's slipped down 6 places in the national league for this department's; now 23 out of 118 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
7.4weeks
▼ -0.3 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
8in 10
▲ +3.5 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
624
▲ +151
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
8 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
624
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
24 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
193 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.

▼ -0.3 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 a paediatrician is about 12 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 23rd out of 118 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 2nd out of 18 in London

What does Paediatrics cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Developmental assessments
Childhood asthma
Growth concerns
Behavioural assessments (ADHD, autism)
Paediatric allergies
Childhood eczema
Recurrent infections
Bed-wetting (enuresis)

Hospital contact

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

Brockley Hill, Stanmore, HA7 4LP
020 3947 0100
NHS North West London Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Paediatrics waiting list at Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust?

Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust currently has about 624 patients on its Paediatrics waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 7 weeks.

Does Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Paediatrics?

About 83% of Paediatrics patients at Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Paediatrics 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 Paediatrics 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.