Dermatology Department Waiting Times in London

Whittington Health NHS Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a dermatologist is

24 weeks

That's 5½ months

Whittington Health NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the London region. There are currently 3,115 people waiting to see a dermatologist, with a typical wait of about 5½ months. 39% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

39 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
3,115
people on the waiting list
55 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
321 people
have been waiting over a year
40 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (1% of the list)

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 dermatologist is about 13 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 116th out of 118 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 17th out of 18 in London

What does Dermatology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Suspicious mole checks
Skin cancer assessment
Eczema treatment
Psoriasis management
Acne treatment
Hair loss (alopecia)
Rosacea
Wart and verruca treatment
Contact dermatitis
Skin biopsy

Hospital contact

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

The Whittington Hospital, London, N19 5NF
020 7272 3070
NHS North Central London Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Dermatology waiting time at Whittington Health NHS Trust?

The current average Dermatology waiting time at Whittington Health NHS Trust is about 24 weeks.

How does Whittington Health NHS Trust compare to other hospitals for Dermatology?

You can compare Dermatology waiting times across all NHS hospitals on WaitRadar to find shorter waits near you.

Can I choose which hospital I'm referred to?

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.

This is informational data, not medical advice. Always discuss referral options with your GP. Full disclaimer.