Rheumatology Department Waiting Times in Bristol

University Hospitals Bristol And Weston NHS Foundation Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a rheumatologist is

9 weeks

That's 2 months

University Hospitals Bristol And Weston NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the South West region. There are currently 649 people waiting to see a rheumatologist, with a typical wait of about 2 months. 77% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

77 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
649
people on the waiting list
30 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)

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 rheumatologist is about 11 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 49th out of 126 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 6th out of 12 in South West

What does Rheumatology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Rheumatoid arthritis
Osteoarthritis management
Lupus (SLE)
Fibromyalgia
Gout
Ankylosing spondylitis
Polymyalgia rheumatica
Joint injections
Connective tissue diseases

Hospital contact

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

Trust Headquarters, Bristol, BS1 3NU
0117 923 0000
NHS Bristol, North Somerset And South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Rheumatology waiting time at University Hospitals Bristol And Weston NHS Foundation Trust?

The current average Rheumatology waiting time at University Hospitals Bristol And Weston NHS Foundation Trust is about 9 weeks.

How does University Hospitals Bristol And Weston NHS Foundation Trust compare to other hospitals for Rheumatology?

You can compare Rheumatology 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.