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NHS Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) Referral Waiting Times in Deal

Spencer Private Hospitals Ltd

Updated August 2026

The typical wait to see an ENT specialist is

16 weeks

That's nearly 4 months

The NHS Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) waiting list at Spencer Private Hospitals Ltd currently has 307 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 16 weeks from GP referral. About 6 in 10 Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 7 have been waiting over a year. Spencer Private Hospitals Ltd is an Independent Sector provider in the South East region. Waits at this hospital are about 1.3 week shorter than in August 2025. It's slipped down 22 places in the national league for this department's; now 115 out of 157 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Aug 25→Aug 26
Typical wait
16.1weeks
▼ -1.3 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
6in 10
▲ +7.8 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
307
▲ +90
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
7
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
6 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
307
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
38 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
7 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
42 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Long waiter breakdown

Of those waiting over a year, here's how long they've been waiting:

6waiting 1 to 1.25 years (52 to 65 weeks)
1waiting 1.25 to 1.5 years (65 to 78 weeks)

Wait time over time

Median wait for this department, with the national average as a dashed line.

▼ -1.3 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 an ENT specialist is about 14 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 115th out of 157 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 22nd out of 27 in South East

What does Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Tonsil removal (tonsillectomy)
Grommets for glue ear
Hearing loss assessment
Sinus surgery
Nasal polyp removal
Sleep apnoea treatment
Deviated septum correction
Ear infections
Voice and swallowing problems

Hospital contact

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Units 1 And 3 Almond House, Deal, CT14 0EN
NHS Kent And Medway Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) waiting list at Spencer Private Hospitals Ltd?

Spencer Private Hospitals Ltd currently has about 307 patients on its Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 16 weeks.

Does Spencer Private Hospitals Ltd meet the NHS 18-week target for Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)?

About 59% of Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) patients at Spencer Private Hospitals Ltd are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) 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 Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) 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.