The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust Waiting Times

The NHS waiting list at The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust currently has 46,864 patients waiting for treatment, with a typical wait of around 13 weeks from GP referral. About 6 in 10 patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS target is 9 in 10), and 32 have been waiting over a year.

NHS Foundation Trust Midlands Updated February 2026

Across all departments, most patients wait about 13 weeks

That's roughly 3 months: 6 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks. Waits at this hospital are about 0.7 week shorter than in February 2025.

12-month change

Then vs now at this hospital

Feb 25→Feb 26
Typical wait
13.3weeks
â–¼ -0.7 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
6in 10
â–² +2 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
47k
â–² +2.4k
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
32
â–¼ -838
Been on the list for 12+ months

Hospital details

Address Russells Hall Hospital, Pensnett Road, Dudley, DY1 2HQ
Phone 01384 456111
Integrated Care Board NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board
Established 1994

Formerly known as

This trust was formed from or previously known as:

Dudley Group Of Hospitals Unit

Waiting time trend

Median wait across all departments at this hospital, month by month.

â–¼ -0.7 wks

Department waiting times

Hospital sites at The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.

Corbett Hospital Guest Hospital Russells Hall Hospital Russells Hall Hospital Renal Unit West Midlands Hospital

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS waiting list at The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust?

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 46,864 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 13 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.

Does The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?

About 6 in 10 patients at The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust are currently seen within the 18-week referral-to-treatment target. The NHS constitutional standard is 9 in 10 (92%).

How do I contact The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust?

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01384 456111. Ask to be connected to the relevant department or clinic.

Can I choose to be referred to this hospital?

Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England have the right to choose which hospital they are referred to for a first outpatient appointment. Discuss your options with your GP before accepting a referral.