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NHS Geriatric Medicine Referral Waiting Times in Worthing

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

Updated August 2026

The typical wait to see a geriatrician is

10 weeks

That's just over 2 months

The NHS Geriatric Medicine waiting list at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust currently has 153 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 10 weeks from GP referral. About 7 in 10 Geriatric Medicine patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 7 have been waiting over a year. University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the South East region. Waits at this hospital are about 3.4 weeks shorter than in August 2025. It's moved up 21 places in the national league for this department's; now 89 out of 107 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Aug 25→Aug 26
Typical wait
9.6weeks
▼ -3.4 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
7in 10
▲ +6.5 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
153
▼ -118
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
7
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
7 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
153
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
41 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
7 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months

Long waiter breakdown

Of those waiting over a year, here's how long they've been waiting:

6waiting 1 to 1.25 years (52 to 65 weeks)
1waiting 1.25 to 1.5 years (65 to 78 weeks)

Wait time over time

Median wait for this department, with the national average as a dashed line.

▼ -3.4 wks

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 geriatrician is about 7 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 89th out of 107 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 15th out of 17 in South East

What does Geriatric Medicine cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Falls assessment and prevention
Dementia assessment
Frailty management
Mobility problems
Medication review
Delirium investigation
Osteoporosis
Continence assessment
End-of-life care planning

Hospital contact

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

Worthing Hospital, Worthing, BN11 2DH
01903 205111
NHS Sussex Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Geriatric Medicine waiting list at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust?

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 153 patients on its Geriatric Medicine waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 10 weeks.

Does University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Geriatric Medicine?

About 67% of Geriatric Medicine patients at University Hospitals Sussex 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 Geriatric Medicine 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 Geriatric Medicine 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.