NHS Rheumatology Referral Waiting Times in Salisbury

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust

Updated June 2026

The typical wait to see a rheumatologist is

11 weeks

That's 2½ months

The NHS Rheumatology waiting list at Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust currently has 656 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 11 weeks from GP referral. About 7 in 10 Rheumatology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 3 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 6.7 weeks shorter than in June 2025. It's moved up 33 places in the national league for this department's; now 83 out of 124 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Jun 25Jun 26
Typical wait
11weeks
▼ -6.7 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
7in 10
▲ +17.4 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
656
▼ -289
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
3
▼ -12
Been on the list for 12+ months
7 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
656
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
31 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
3 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
17 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.

▼ -6.7 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 rheumatologist is about 10 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 83rd out of 124 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 9th out of 11 in South West

What does Rheumatology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Rheumatoid arthritis
Osteoarthritis management
Lupus (SLE)
Fibromyalgia
Gout
Ankylosing spondylitis
Polymyalgia rheumatica
Joint injections
Connective tissue diseases

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 Rheumatology waiting list at Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust?

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 656 patients on its Rheumatology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 11 weeks.

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

About 68% of Rheumatology 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 Rheumatology 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 Rheumatology 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.