Geriatric Medicine Department Waiting Times in Taunton

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a geriatrician is

8 weeks

That's 2 months

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the South West region. There are currently 543 people waiting to see a geriatrician, with a typical wait of about 2 months. 76% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

76 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
543
people on the waiting list
29 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
1 people
have been waiting over a year
99 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (18% 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 geriatrician is about 8 weeks. This hospital is about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 75th out of 114 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 9th out of 14 in South West

What does Geriatric Medicine cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Falls assessment and prevention
Dementia assessment
Frailty management
Mobility problems
Medication review
Delirium investigation
Osteoporosis
Continence assessment
End-of-life care planning

Hospital contact

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

Trust Management, Taunton, TA1 5DA
01278 432000
NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Geriatric Medicine waiting time at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust?

The current average Geriatric Medicine waiting time at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is about 8 weeks.

How does Somerset NHS Foundation Trust compare to other hospitals for Geriatric Medicine?

You can compare Geriatric Medicine 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.