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

Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital

Updated April 2026

The typical wait to see an ENT specialist is

23 weeks

That's just over 5 months

The NHS Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) waiting list at Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital currently has 62 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 23 weeks from GP referral. About 5 in 10 Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) 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 16.1 weeks longer than in April 2025. It's slipped down 139 places in the national league for this department's; now 155 out of 159 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Apr 25Apr 26
Typical wait
23weeks
▲ +16.1 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
5in 10
▼ -53.3 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
62
▼ -64
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
5 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
62
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
3 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.

▲ +16.1 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 13 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 155th out of 159 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 22nd out of 22 in North East and Yorkshire

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

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 Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) waiting list at Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital?

Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital currently has about 62 patients on its Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 23 weeks.

Does Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital meet the NHS 18-week target for Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)?

About 45% of Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) 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 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.

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