The Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust NHS Waiting Times

NHS Foundation Trust North East and Yorkshire Updated December 2025

Across all departments, most patients wait about 11 weeks

That's roughly 2½ months. 71 out of 100 patients are seen within 18 weeks.

Hospital details

Address Freeman Hospital, Freeman Road, High Heaton, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE7 7DN
Phone 0191 233 6161
Integrated Care Board NHS North East And North Cumbria Integrated Care Board
Established 1998

Formerly known as

This trust was formed from or previously known as:

The Royal Victoria Infirmary And Associated Hospitals NHS TrustThe Freeman Group Of Hospitals NHS Trust

Department waiting times

Cardiology

9 weeks
79% within 18 weeks

Cardiothoracic Surgery

15 weeks
59% within 18 weeks

Dermatology

13 weeks
65% within 18 weeks

Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)

11 weeks
70% within 18 weeks

Geriatric Medicine

5 weeks
96% within 18 weeks

Gastroenterology

8 weeks
88% within 18 weeks

General Medicine

8 weeks
86% within 18 weeks

General Surgery

8 weeks
80% within 18 weeks

Gynaecology

10 weeks
76% within 18 weeks

Neurology

9 weeks
82% within 18 weeks

Neurosurgery

11 weeks
72% within 18 weeks

Ophthalmology (Eye Care)

8 weeks
82% within 18 weeks

Oral & Dental Surgery

11 weeks
76% within 18 weeks

Paediatrics

9 weeks
75% within 18 weeks

Plastic Surgery

13 weeks
63% within 18 weeks

Respiratory Medicine

6 weeks
87% within 18 weeks

Rheumatology

8 weeks
86% within 18 weeks

Trauma & Orthopaedics

13 weeks
61% within 18 weeks

Urology

12 weeks
66% within 18 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the average wait at The Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

The average waiting time across all departments at The Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is about 11 weeks.

How do I contact The Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

The Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 0191 233 6161. Ask to be connected to the relevant department.

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. Discuss your options with your GP.

Source: NHS England RTT statistics — about our methodology