- Address
- Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 4AZ
- Run by
- The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Type
- Specialist
- Region
- North East, England
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Waiting times at The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
74% waiting under 18 weeks. 88,477 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ophthalmology (eyes) | 8 weeks | 80% | 10,308 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Ear, nose and throat (ENT) | 10 weeks | 77% | 8,977 | 15 weeks shorter |
| Dermatology | 11 weeks | 67% | 8,909 | 10 weeks |
| Orthopaedics (bones and joints) | 12 weeks | 63% | 7,708 | 14 weeks shorter |
| Gynaecology | 9 weeks | 84% | 3,848 | 14 weeks shorter |
| Urology | 11 weeks | 65% | 3,228 | 12 weeks shorter |
| Cardiology | 10 weeks | 77% | 2,880 | 12 weeks shorter |
| Oral surgery | 12 weeks | 70% | 2,301 | 16 weeks shorter |
| Neurology | 9 weeks | 83% | 2,071 | 13 weeks shorter |
| Plastic surgery | 11 weeks | 65% | 1,401 | 14 weeks shorter |
| Neurosurgery | 11 weeks | 72% | 1,390 | 13 weeks shorter |
| Gastroenterology | 6 weeks | 90% | 1,023 | 11 weeks shorter |
| General medicine | 8 weeks | 81% | 900 | 10 weeks shorter |
| General surgery | 9 weeks | 76% | 899 | 13 weeks shorter |
| Respiratory medicine | 5 weeks | 94% | 862 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Rheumatology | 7 weeks | 90% | 745 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Elderly medicine | 4 weeks | 97% | 232 | 7 weeks shorter |
| Cardiothoracic surgery | 14 weeks | 59% | 101 | 10 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 The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals 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 Newcastle upon Tyne Hospital | Nuffield Health | Good | 0.0 miles |
| Cobalt Treatment Centre | Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited | Good | 4.9 miles |
| Spire Washington Hospital | Spire Healthcare | Good | 7.2 miles |
| Nuffield Health Tees Hospital | Nuffield Health | Good | 30 miles |
| Woodlands Hospital | Circle Health Group Limited | Good | 32 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
- Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle upon Tyne (1 mile)
- Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne (1 mile)
- Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gateshead (4 miles)
- North Tyneside General Hospital, North Shields (6 miles)
- Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital, Cramlington (6 miles)
Questions and answers
How long are NHS waiting times at Newcastle Dental Hospital?
At The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, which runs Newcastle Dental Hospital, the typical (median) wait so far for people on the waiting list was 10 weeks across all specialties in July 2026, and 74% had waited under 18 weeks. Ophthalmology (eyes) had the most people waiting (10,308). These figures cover the whole of The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, so waits at this particular hospital may differ. See waiting times by specialty →
Can I choose to be treated at Newcastle Dental 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 Newcastle Dental Hospital?
The nearest private hospital we list is Nuffield Health Newcastle upon Tyne Hospital, about less than 1 mile 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.