- Address
- Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 7AG
- Run by
- Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
- Type
- Community hospital
- Region
- West Midlands, England
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Waiting times at Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
92% waiting under 18 weeks. 10,360 people on the list.
65% under 18 weeks. The NHS constitution standard is 92% within 18 weeks.
| Specialty | Typical wait | Under 18 weeks | People waiting | England average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rheumatology | 7 weeks | 83% | 4,793 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Neurology | 7 weeks | 89% | 36 | 13 weeks shorter |
"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 Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust, not just this hospital. Source: NHS England Referral to Treatment (RTT) waiting times, July 2026.
Nearest private hospitals
| Private hospital | Group | CQC rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nuffield Health North Staffordshire Hospital | Nuffield Health | Good | 3.6 miles |
| Spire Regency Hospital Macclesfield | Spire Healthcare Limited | Good | 13 miles |
| The Wilmslow Hospital | HCA Healthcare UK | Outstanding | 19 miles |
| The Alexandra Hospital | Circle Health Group | Good | 22 miles |
| Transform Hospital Group Manchester | Transform Hospital Group Ltd | Good | 23 miles |
Straight-line distances from the centre of this hospital's postcode district.
What it costs to go private
| Treatment | Typical self-pay price | |
|---|---|---|
| MRI scan | £250–£700 per body part | Price guide → |
| Private consultant appointment | £150–£300 | Price guide → |
UK-wide ranges from prices published by private hospitals. Ask any hospital above for a written quote.
Other NHS hospitals nearby
- Royal Stoke University Hospital, Stoke-on-Trent (4 miles)
- Leighton Hospital, Crewe (11 miles)
- Macclesfield District General Hospital, Macclesfield (15 miles)
- County Hospital, Stafford (17 miles)
- Stepping Hill Hospital, Stockport (23 miles)
Questions and answers
How long are NHS waiting times at Haywood Hospital?
At Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust, which runs Haywood Hospital, the typical (median) wait so far for people on the waiting list was 5 weeks across all specialties in July 2026, and 92% had waited under 18 weeks. Rheumatology had the most people waiting (4,793). These figures cover the whole of Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust, so waits at this particular hospital may differ. See waiting times by specialty →
Can I choose to be treated at Haywood Hospital?
In England you usually have a legal right to choose which hospital you're referred to for your first outpatient appointment with a consultant, if you need non-urgent treatment. Ask your GP to refer you, or use the NHS App to compare options.
Where is the nearest private hospital to Haywood Hospital?
The nearest private hospital we list is Nuffield Health North Staffordshire Hospital, about 4 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 England's NHS organisation data. Check with the hospital before you travel, as services and departments change.