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NHS Trauma & Orthopaedics Referral Waiting Times in Washington

Spire Washington Hospital

Updated August 2026

The typical wait to see an orthopaedic consultant is

12 weeks

That's nearly 3 months

The NHS Trauma & Orthopaedics waiting list at Spire Washington Hospital currently has 2,121 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 12 weeks from GP referral. About 7 in 10 Trauma & Orthopaedics patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 12 have been waiting over a year. Spire Washington Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the North East and Yorkshire region. Waits at this hospital are about 3.4 weeks longer than in August 2025. It's slipped down 85 places in the national league for this department's; now 141 out of 303 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Aug 25→Aug 26
Typical wait
12weeks
▲ +3.4 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
7in 10
▼ -8.7 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
2.1k
▲ +966
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
12
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
7 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
2,121
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
30 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
12 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
429 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:

9waiting 1 to 1.25 years (52 to 65 weeks)
2waiting 1.25 to 1.5 years (65 to 78 weeks)
1waiting over 1.5 years (78+ weeks)

Wait time over time

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

▲ +3.4 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 about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 141st out of 303 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 18th out of 41 in North East and Yorkshire

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.

Picktree Lane, Washington, NE38 9JZ
0191 415 1272
NHS North East And North Cumbria Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Spire Washington Hospital currently has about 2,121 patients on its Trauma & Orthopaedics waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 12 weeks.

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

About 71% of Trauma & Orthopaedics patients at Spire Washington 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.