NHS Neurology Referral Waiting Times in Worcester

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Updated April 2026

The typical wait to see a neurologist is

5 weeks

That's just over 1 month

The NHS Neurology waiting list at Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust currently has 830 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 5 weeks from GP referral. About 9 in 10 Neurology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the Midlands region. Waits at this hospital are about 7.4 weeks shorter than in April 2025. It's moved up 28 places in the national league for this department's; now 2 out of 92 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Apr 25Apr 26
Typical wait
5.1weeks
▼ -7.4 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
9in 10
▲ +22.4 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
830
▼ -570
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
9 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
830
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
16 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
6 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.

▼ -7.4 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 neurologist is about 13 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 2nd out of 92 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 1st out of 17 in Midlands

What does Neurology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Epilepsy and seizures
Multiple sclerosis (MS)
Migraine and headaches
Parkinson's disease
Stroke follow-up
Neuropathy (nerve damage)
Tremor investigation
Memory problems
Dizziness and vertigo

Hospital contact

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

Worcestershire Royal Hospital, Worcester, WR5 1DD
01905 763333
NHS Herefordshire And Worcestershire Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Neurology waiting list at Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust?

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust currently has about 830 patients on its Neurology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 5 weeks.

Does Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Neurology?

About 93% of Neurology patients at Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Neurology 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 Neurology 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.