Across all departments, most patients wait about
13 weeks
That's roughly 3 months:
6 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks.
Waits at this hospital are about 1 week shorter than in February 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
North Staffordshire Hospital Centre Unit
Hospital sites at University Hospitals Of North Midlands NHS Trust
University Hospitals Of North Midlands NHS Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Aintree University Hospital Bradwell Hospital Bradwell Hospital (E-pact) Burton Hospital Cannock Chase Hospital Cheadle Hospital Cheadle Hospital (E-pact) Countess Of Chester Hospital County Hospital Haywood Hospital Leek Moorlands Hospital Leighton Hospital Longton Hospital Macclesfield District General Hospital New Cross Hospital Royal Wolverhampton Princess Royal Hospital Rowley Hall Hospital Royal Shrewsbury Hospital Royal Stoke University Hospital Spire Regency Hospital (Macclesfield) St George's Hospital St Jude's Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at University Hospitals Of North Midlands NHS Trust?
University Hospitals Of North Midlands NHS Trust currently has about 64,550 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 13 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.
Does University Hospitals Of North Midlands NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 6 in 10 patients at University Hospitals Of North Midlands NHS Trust are currently seen within the 18-week referral-to-treatment target. The NHS constitutional standard is 9 in 10 (92%).
How do I contact University Hospitals Of North Midlands NHS Trust?
University Hospitals Of North Midlands NHS Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01782 715444. Ask to be connected to the relevant department or clinic.
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 for a first outpatient appointment. Discuss your options with your GP before accepting a referral.