NHS Trauma & Orthopaedics Referral Waiting Times in Sheffield

The One Health Group Plc

Updated April 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 The One Health Group Plc currently has 1,658 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 10 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). 7 have been waiting over a year. The One Health Group Plc is an Independent Sector provider in the North East and Yorkshire region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since April 2025. It's moved up 31 places in the national league for this department's; now 71 out of 306 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Apr 25Apr 26
Typical wait
9.7weeks
No change
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
7in 10
▼ -2.3 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
1.7k
▲ +147
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
7
▼ -38
Been on the list for 12+ months
7 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
1,658
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
31 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
7 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
534 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:

4waiting 1 to 1.25 years (52 to 65 weeks)
3waiting 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.

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 an orthopaedic consultant is about 13 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 71st out of 306 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 9th 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.

131 Psalter Lane, Sheffield, S11 8UX
01142 505510
NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Trauma & Orthopaedics waiting list at The One Health Group Plc?

The One Health Group Plc currently has about 1,658 patients on its Trauma & Orthopaedics waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 10 weeks.

Does The One Health Group Plc meet the NHS 18-week target for Trauma & Orthopaedics?

About 73% of Trauma & Orthopaedics patients at The One Health Group Plc 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.