University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust NHS Waiting Times

NHS Foundation Trust South East Updated December 2025

Across all departments, most patients wait about 17 weeks

That's roughly 4 months. 51 out of 100 patients are seen within 18 weeks.

Hospital details

Address Worthing Hospital, Lyndhurst Road, Worthing, BN11 2DH
Phone 01903 205111
Integrated Care Board NHS Sussex Integrated Care Board
Established 2009

Formerly known as

This trust was formed from or previously known as:

Worthing And Southlands Hospitals NHS TrustBrighton And Sussex University Hospitals NHS TrustRoyal West Sussex NHS Trust

Department waiting times

Cardiology

15 weeks
57% within 18 weeks

Cardiothoracic Surgery

11 weeks
73% within 18 weeks

Dermatology

18 weeks
50% within 18 weeks

Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)

16 weeks
56% within 18 weeks

Geriatric Medicine

18 weeks
50% within 18 weeks

Gastroenterology

20 weeks
46% within 18 weeks

General Surgery

22 weeks
39% within 18 weeks

Gynaecology

17 weeks
52% within 18 weeks

Neurology

20 weeks
45% within 18 weeks

Neurosurgery

20 weeks
47% within 18 weeks

Ophthalmology (Eye Care)

16 weeks
54% within 18 weeks

Oral & Dental Surgery

20 weeks
47% within 18 weeks

Paediatrics

14 weeks
57% within 18 weeks

Respiratory Medicine

10 weeks
68% within 18 weeks

Rheumatology

16 weeks
54% within 18 weeks

Trauma & Orthopaedics

19 weeks
48% within 18 weeks

Urology

17 weeks
52% within 18 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the average wait at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust?

The average waiting time across all departments at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust is about 17 weeks.

How do I contact University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust?

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01903 205111. Ask to be connected to the relevant department.

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. Discuss your options with your GP.

Source: NHS England RTT statistics — about our methodology