NHS Plastic Surgery Referral Waiting Times in Kendal

University Hospitals Of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust

Updated April 2026

The typical wait to see a plastic surgeon is

4 weeks

That's 1 month

The NHS Plastic Surgery waiting list at University Hospitals Of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust currently has 71 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 4 weeks from GP referral. About 9 in 10 Plastic Surgery patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 1 have been waiting over a year. University Hospitals Of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the North West region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since April 2025. It's slipped down 2 places in the national league for this department's; now 3 out of 91 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Apr 25Apr 26
Typical wait
4.1weeks
No change
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
9in 10
No change
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
71
▲ +28
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
1
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
9 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
71
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
12 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
1 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months

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 a plastic surgeon is about 13 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 3rd out of 91 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 2nd out of 11 in North West

What does Plastic Surgery cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Skin cancer removal and reconstruction
Breast reconstruction
Hand surgery
Scar revision
Burns treatment
Skin graft surgery
Dupuytren's contracture release
Prominent ear correction

Hospital contact

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

Westmorland General Hospital, Kendal, LA9 7RG
01539 732288
NHS Lancashire And South Cumbria Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Plastic Surgery waiting list at University Hospitals Of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust?

University Hospitals Of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 71 patients on its Plastic Surgery waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 4 weeks.

Does University Hospitals Of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Plastic Surgery?

About 93% of Plastic Surgery patients at University Hospitals Of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Plastic Surgery 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 Plastic Surgery 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.