NHS Respiratory Medicine Referral Waiting Times in Worthing

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

Updated April 2026

The typical wait to see a respiratory consultant is

9 weeks

That's just over 2 months

The NHS Respiratory Medicine waiting list at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust currently has 1,750 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 9 weeks from GP referral. About 8 in 10 Respiratory Medicine patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 9 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 2.7 weeks shorter than in April 2025. It's moved up 8 places in the national league for this department's; now 62 out of 124 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Apr 25Apr 26
Typical wait
9.3weeks
▼ -2.7 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
8in 10
▲ +11.5 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
1.8k
No change
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
9
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
8 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
1,750
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
32 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
9 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
13 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Wait time over time

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

▼ -2.7 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 respiratory consultant is about 10 weeks. This hospital is about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 62nd out of 124 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 9th out of 21 in South East

What does Respiratory Medicine cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Asthma management
COPD treatment
Sleep apnoea assessment
Lung function tests (spirometry)
Pulmonary fibrosis
Persistent cough investigation
Breathlessness assessment
Pleural effusion drainage
Bronchoscopy

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 Respiratory Medicine waiting list at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust?

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 1,750 patients on its Respiratory Medicine waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 9 weeks.

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

About 76% of Respiratory 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 Respiratory 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 Respiratory 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.