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NHS Trauma & Orthopaedics Referral Waiting Times in Southampton

Spire Southampton Hospital

Updated August 2026

The typical wait to see an orthopaedic consultant is

10 weeks

That's just over 2 months

The NHS Trauma & Orthopaedics waiting list at Spire Southampton Hospital currently has 219 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 10 weeks from GP referral. About 8 in 10 Trauma & Orthopaedics patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 10 have been waiting over a year. Spire Southampton Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the South East region. Waits at this hospital are about 3.7 weeks shorter than in August 2025. It's moved up 100 places in the national league for this department's; now 84 out of 303 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Aug 25→Aug 26
Typical wait
9.8weeks
▼ -3.7 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
8in 10
▲ +15 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
219
▼ -184
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
10
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
8 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
219
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
29 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
10 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
47 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:

8waiting 1 to 1.25 years (52 to 65 weeks)
2waiting 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.

▼ -3.7 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 orthopaedic consultant is about 13 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 84th out of 303 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 18th out of 59 in South East

What does Trauma & Orthopaedics cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Hip replacement
Knee replacement
Shoulder surgery
Carpal tunnel release
Arthroscopy (keyhole joint surgery)
Fracture treatment
ACL reconstruction
Spinal injections
Bunion surgery
Trigger finger release

Hospital contact

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

Chalybeate Hospital, Southampton, SO16 6UY
023 8077 5544
NHS Hampshire And Isle Of Wight Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Trauma & Orthopaedics waiting list at Spire Southampton Hospital?

Spire Southampton Hospital currently has about 219 patients on its Trauma & Orthopaedics waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 10 weeks.

Does Spire Southampton Hospital meet the NHS 18-week target for Trauma & Orthopaedics?

About 82% of Trauma & Orthopaedics patients at Spire Southampton Hospital are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Trauma & Orthopaedics 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 Trauma & Orthopaedics 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.