NHS Ophthalmology (Eye Care) Referral Waiting Times in Hereford

Spamedica Hereford Diagnostic And Treatment Centre

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see an ophthalmologist is

6 weeks

That's just over 1 month

The NHS Ophthalmology (Eye Care) waiting list at Spamedica Hereford Diagnostic And Treatment Centre currently has 24 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 6 weeks from GP referral. About 9 in 10 Ophthalmology (Eye Care) patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Spamedica Hereford Diagnostic And Treatment Centre is an Independent Sector provider in the Midlands region.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Apr 25→Feb 26
Typical wait
5.5weeks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
9in 10
▼ -12.5 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
24
▲ +13
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
9 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
24
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
21 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
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.

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 an ophthalmologist is about 9 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 86th out of 298 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 16th out of 57 in Midlands

What does Ophthalmology (Eye Care) cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Cataract surgery
Glaucoma treatment
Macular degeneration
Diabetic eye screening
Squint correction
Tear duct problems
Eyelid surgery
Laser eye treatment
Retinal detachment

Hospital contact

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Asda Stores Ltd, Hereford, HR2 7JE
NHS Herefordshire And Worcestershire Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Ophthalmology (Eye Care) waiting list at Spamedica Hereford Diagnostic And Treatment Centre?

Spamedica Hereford Diagnostic And Treatment Centre currently has about 24 patients on its Ophthalmology (Eye Care) waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 6 weeks.

Does Spamedica Hereford Diagnostic And Treatment Centre meet the NHS 18-week target for Ophthalmology (Eye Care)?

About 88% of Ophthalmology (Eye Care) patients at Spamedica Hereford Diagnostic And Treatment Centre are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Ophthalmology (Eye Care) 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 Ophthalmology (Eye Care) waiting times at other NHS hospitals near you before accepting a referral.

Source: NHS England RTT statistics. about our methodology

This is informational data, not medical advice. Always discuss referral options with your GP. Full disclaimer.