Neurosurgery Department Waiting Times in Birmingham

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a neurosurgeon is

13 weeks

That's 3 months

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the Midlands region. There are currently 1,836 people waiting to see a neurosurgeon, with a typical wait of about 3 months. 63% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

63 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
1,836
people on the waiting list
39 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
101 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (6% of the list)

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 a neurosurgeon is about 14 weeks. This hospital is about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 24th out of 43 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 5th out of 8 in Midlands

What does Neurosurgery cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Brain tumour surgery
Spinal disc surgery
Nerve decompression
Carpal tunnel surgery
Spinal fusion
Hydrocephalus treatment (shunt)
Trigeminal neuralgia treatment
Deep brain stimulation

Hospital contact

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

Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham, B15 2GW
0121 371 2000
NHS Birmingham And Solihull Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Neurosurgery waiting time at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust?

The current average Neurosurgery waiting time at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust is about 13 weeks.

How does University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust compare to other hospitals for Neurosurgery?

You can compare Neurosurgery waiting times across all NHS hospitals on WaitRadar to find shorter waits near you.

Can I choose which hospital I'm referred to?

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.

This is informational data, not medical advice. Always discuss referral options with your GP. Full disclaimer.