- Address
- Pontypridd, CF37 1LB
- Run by
- Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
- Type
- Community hospital
- Region
- Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, Wales
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Waiting times at Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
67% waiting under 26 weeks. 85,700 people on the list.
66% under 26 weeks. The Welsh Government's target is for 95% of patients to wait less than 26 weeks.
| Specialty | Typical wait | Under 26 weeks | People waiting | Wales average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orthopaedics (bones and joints) | 29 weeks | 46% | 12,312 | 30 weeks |
| Ophthalmology (eyes) | 19 weeks | 62% | 9,774 | 23 weeks shorter |
| Ear, nose and throat (ENT) | 21 weeks | 60% | 8,343 | 20 weeks |
| General surgery | 18 weeks | 64% | 7,829 | 20 weeks shorter |
| Gynaecology | 18 weeks | 64% | 6,331 | 18 weeks |
| Urology | 19 weeks | 61% | 5,959 | 18 weeks longer |
| Cardiology | 17 weeks | 68% | 5,005 | 14 weeks longer |
| Diagnostic tests | 5 weeks | 98% | 4,998 | 5 weeks |
| Dermatology | 8 weeks | 89% | 4,845 | 13 weeks shorter |
| Gastroenterology | 13 weeks | 82% | 3,779 | 18 weeks shorter |
| Oral surgery | 14 weeks | 76% | 2,543 | 23 weeks shorter |
| Paediatrics | 8 weeks | 86% | 2,120 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Neurology | 24 weeks | 52% | 1,895 | 16 weeks longer |
| Pain management | 24 weeks | 53% | 1,774 | 24 weeks |
| Endocrinology | 10 weeks | 84% | 1,547 | 14 weeks shorter |
| Respiratory medicine | 12 weeks | 80% | 1,399 | 11 weeks |
| Therapies (physio, OT and similar) | 3 weeks | 100% | 1,366 | 4 weeks |
| Rheumatology | 15 weeks | 72% | 1,360 | 20 weeks shorter |
| Vascular surgery | 14 weeks | 78% | 574 | 16 weeks shorter |
| Elderly medicine | 11 weeks | 96% | 526 | 12 weeks |
| General medicine | 6 weeks | 89% | 524 | 16 weeks shorter |
| Orthodontics | 18 weeks | 73% | 396 | 22 weeks shorter |
| Haematology | 13 weeks | 73% | 285 | 9 weeks longer |
"Typical wait" is the median time people currently on the waiting list have waited so far, from referral, for consultant-led treatment. Figures cover the whole of Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, not just this hospital. Source: StatsWales, NHS waiting lists: referral to treatment, July 2026.
Nearest private hospitals
| Private hospital | Group | CQC rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nuffield Health The Vale Hospital | Nuffield Health | — | 5.8 miles |
| Priory Hospital Cardiff | Priory Group | — | 9.2 miles |
| Rushcliffe Independent Hospital (Aberdare) | Rushcliffe Independent Hospitals | — | 9.6 miles |
| Spire Cardiff Hospital | Spire Healthcare | — | 9.9 miles |
| Nuffield Health Cardiff Bay Hospital | Nuffield Health | — | 11 miles |
Straight-line distances from the centre of this hospital's postcode district.
What it costs to go private
| Treatment | Typical self-pay price | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 → |
| Cataract surgery | £2,000–£4,000 per eye | Price guide → |
| Adult tonsillectomy | £2,500–£4,500 | Price guide → |
UK-wide ranges from prices published by private hospitals. Ask any hospital above for a written quote.
Other NHS hospitals nearby
- Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr, Ystrad Mynach (5 miles)
- Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Llantrisant (6 miles)
- University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff (8 miles)
- Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil (10 miles)
- Princess of Wales Hospital, Bridgend (12 miles)
Questions and answers
How long are NHS waiting times at Dewi Sant Hospital?
At Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, which runs Dewi Sant Hospital, the typical (median) wait so far for people on the waiting list was 16 weeks across all specialties in July 2026, and 67% had waited under 26 weeks. Orthopaedics (bones and joints) had the most people waiting (12,312). These figures cover the whole of Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, so waits at this particular hospital may differ. See waiting times by specialty →
Where is the nearest private hospital to Dewi Sant Hospital?
The nearest private hospital we list is Nuffield Health The Vale Hospital, about 6 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 Wales's NHS organisation data. Check with the hospital before you travel, as services and departments change.