NHS Dermatology Referral Waiting Times in Hull

Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital

Updated June 2026

The typical wait to see a dermatologist is

33 weeks

That's nearly 8 months

The NHS Dermatology waiting list at Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital currently has 58 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 33 weeks from GP referral. About 0 in 10 Dermatology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the North East and Yorkshire region. Waits at this hospital are about 28.5 weeks longer than in June 2025. It's slipped down 104 places in the national league for this department's; now 117 out of 118 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Jun 25Jun 26
Typical wait
33.3weeks
▲ +28.5 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
0in 10
▼ -96.6 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
58
▼ -36
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
0 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
58
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
43 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer

Wait time over time

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

▲ +28.5 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 10 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 117th out of 118 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 19th out of 19 in North East and Yorkshire

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.

Lowfield Road, Hull, HU10 7AZ
NHS Humber And North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Dermatology waiting list at Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital?

Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital currently has about 58 patients on its Dermatology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 33 weeks.

Does Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital meet the NHS 18-week target for Dermatology?

About 3% of Dermatology patients at Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital 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.