NHS Urology Referral Waiting Times in Nottingham

Spire Nottingham Hospital

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a urologist is

6 weeks

That's just over 1 month

The NHS Urology waiting list at Spire Nottingham Hospital currently has 54 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 6 weeks from GP referral. About 9 in 10 Urology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Spire Nottingham Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the Midlands region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since February 2025.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
5.8weeks
No change
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
9in 10
▲ +2.4 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
54
No change
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
54
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
18 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
7 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.

No change

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 urologist is about 11 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 19th out of 202 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 4th out of 30 in Midlands

What does Urology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Kidney stones
Prostate problems
Bladder issues
Urinary incontinence
Circumcision
Vasectomy
Cystoscopy
Testicular lumps
Overactive bladder

Hospital contact

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

Tollerton Lane, Nottingham, NG12 4GA
NHS Nottingham And Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Urology waiting list at Spire Nottingham Hospital?

Spire Nottingham Hospital currently has about 54 patients on its Urology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 6 weeks.

Does Spire Nottingham Hospital meet the NHS 18-week target for Urology?

About 94% of Urology patients at Spire Nottingham Hospital are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Urology 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 Urology 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.