NHS Dermatology Referral Waiting Times in Salisbury

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust

Updated April 2026

The typical wait to see a dermatologist is

42 weeks

That's 9½ months

The NHS Dermatology waiting list at Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust currently has 599 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 42 weeks from GP referral. About 2 in 10 Dermatology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 2 have been waiting over a year. Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the South West region. Waits at this hospital are about 0.8 week shorter than in April 2025. It's moved up 5 places in the national league for this department's; now 118 out of 118 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Apr 25Apr 26
Typical wait
41.6weeks
▼ -0.8 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
2in 10
▲ +7.6 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
599
▼ -22
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
2
▼ -84
Been on the list for 12+ months
2 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
599
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
49 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
2 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
16 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.

▼ -0.8 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 dermatologist is about 11 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 118th out of 118 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 15th out of 15 in South West

What does Dermatology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Suspicious mole checks
Skin cancer assessment
Eczema treatment
Psoriasis management
Acne treatment
Hair loss (alopecia)
Rosacea
Wart and verruca treatment
Contact dermatitis
Skin biopsy

Hospital contact

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

Salisbury District Hospital, Salisbury, SP2 8BJ
01722 336262
NHS Bath And North East Somerset, Swindon And Wiltshire Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Dermatology waiting list at Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust?

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 599 patients on its Dermatology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 42 weeks.

Does Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Dermatology?

About 19% of Dermatology patients at Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Dermatology 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 Dermatology 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.