- Address
- Cleland, ML1 5NR
- Run by
- NHS Lanarkshire
- Type
- Community hospital
- Region
- NHS Lanarkshire, Scotland
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Waiting times at NHS Lanarkshire
44% waiting under 12 weeks. 51,297 people on the list.
48% under 12 weeks. Scotland's standard is that new outpatients should wait no longer than 12 weeks.
| Specialty | Typical wait | Under 12 weeks | People waiting | Scotland average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ophthalmology (eyes) | 21 weeks | 25% | 7,433 | 15 weeks longer |
| Gynaecology | 16 weeks | 40% | 6,406 | 14 weeks longer |
| Ear, nose and throat (ENT) | 20 weeks | 33% | 5,658 | 12 weeks longer |
| Orthopaedics (bones and joints) | 14 weeks | 43% | 5,625 | 14 weeks |
| General Surgery | 16 weeks | 41% | 4,900 | 12 weeks longer |
| Dermatology | 8 weeks | 69% | 3,748 | 14 weeks shorter |
| Neurology | 14 weeks | 47% | 1,842 | 14 weeks |
| Urology | 10 weeks | 55% | 1,688 | 14 weeks shorter |
| Oral and maxillofacial surgery | 11 weeks | 52% | 1,680 | 13 weeks shorter |
| Gastroenterology | 17 weeks | 37% | 1,626 | 14 weeks longer |
People waiting for inpatient or day-case treatment at NHS Lanarkshire had waited a typical 22 weeks so far (31% under 12 weeks).
"Typical wait" is the median time people currently on the waiting list have waited so far for a first outpatient appointment. Figures cover the whole of NHS Lanarkshire, not just this hospital. Source: Public Health Scotland, stage of treatment waiting times (new outpatients), August 2026.
Nearest private hospitals
| Private hospital | Group | CQC rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murdostoun Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre | Active Neuro Ltd | — | 2.8 miles |
| The Priory Hospital Glasgow | Priory Healthcare Limited | — | 12 miles |
| Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital | Nuffield Health | — | 14 miles |
| Nuffield Health Hospital - Glasgow | Nuffield Health | — | 14 miles |
| Ross Hall Hospital | Circle Health Group | — | 15 miles |
Straight-line distances from the centre of this hospital's postcode district.
What it costs to go private
| Treatment | Typical self-pay price | |
|---|---|---|
| Cataract surgery | £2,000–£4,000 per eye | Price guide → |
| Adult tonsillectomy | £2,500–£4,500 | Price guide → |
| Hip replacement | £13,000–£19,000 | Price guide → |
| Knee replacement | £13,500–£20,000 | Price guide → |
| Knee arthroscopy | £3,500–£6,500 | Price guide → |
| Carpal tunnel release | £1,800–£3,300 per hand | Price guide → |
UK-wide ranges from prices published by private hospitals. Ask any hospital above for a written quote.
Other NHS hospitals nearby
- University Hospital Wishaw, Wishaw (3 miles)
- University Hospital Monklands, Airdrie (5 miles)
- University Hospital Hairmyres, East Kilbride (9 miles)
- Stobhill Hospital, Glasgow (11 miles)
- New Victoria Hospital, Glasgow (11 miles)
Questions and answers
How long are NHS waiting times at Cleland Hospital?
At NHS Lanarkshire, which runs Cleland Hospital, the typical (median) wait so far for people on the waiting list was 14 weeks across all specialties in August 2026, and 44% had waited under 12 weeks. Ophthalmology (eyes) had the most people waiting (7,433). These figures cover the whole of NHS Lanarkshire, so waits at this particular hospital may differ. See waiting times by specialty →
Where is the nearest private hospital to Cleland Hospital?
The nearest private hospital we list is Murdostoun Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre, about 3 miles away by straight-line distance. There are 5 private hospitals within 40 miles on this page. See the nearest private hospitals →
Can I pay to go private instead of waiting?
Yes. You can pay for a private consultation or treatment yourself, or use health insurance if you have it and the condition started after your cover began. You can usually go back to the NHS waiting list afterwards if you want to. Our price guides show typical self-pay costs.
Hospital details come from Scotland's NHS organisation data. Check with the hospital before you travel, as services and departments change.