- Address
- Newport, NP20 2UB
- Run by
- Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
- Type
- Major/district general hospital
- Region
- Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, Wales
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Waiting times at Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
70% waiting under 26 weeks. 115,160 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% | 25,555 | 30 weeks shorter |
| General surgery | 18 weeks | 64% | 14,929 | 20 weeks shorter |
| Ophthalmology (eyes) | 15 weeks | 71% | 8,998 | 23 weeks shorter |
| Dermatology | 11 weeks | 82% | 7,616 | 13 weeks shorter |
| Diagnostic tests | 4 weeks | 100% | 7,301 | 5 weeks shorter |
| Gynaecology | 13 weeks | 78% | 6,947 | 18 weeks shorter |
| Ear, nose and throat (ENT) | 18 weeks | 68% | 6,858 | 20 weeks shorter |
| Gastroenterology | 6 weeks | 95% | 5,308 | 18 weeks shorter |
| Urology | 14 weeks | 74% | 4,968 | 18 weeks shorter |
| Cardiology | 12 weeks | 82% | 4,901 | 14 weeks shorter |
| Oral surgery | 22 weeks | 58% | 4,624 | 23 weeks shorter |
| Endocrinology | 22 weeks | 58% | 3,510 | 14 weeks longer |
| Neurology | 14 weeks | 80% | 2,902 | 16 weeks shorter |
| Therapies (physio, OT and similar) | 3 weeks | 100% | 1,768 | 4 weeks |
| Respiratory medicine | 7 weeks | 96% | 1,549 | 11 weeks shorter |
| Paediatrics | 9 weeks | 99% | 1,548 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Rheumatology | 15 weeks | 75% | 1,349 | 20 weeks shorter |
| Elderly medicine | 8 weeks | 100% | 1,215 | 12 weeks shorter |
| Orthodontics | 34 weeks | 43% | 853 | 22 weeks longer |
| Nephrology | 10 weeks | 94% | 691 | 11 weeks shorter |
| Vascular surgery | 5 weeks | 93% | 483 | 16 weeks shorter |
| Haematology | 5 weeks | 96% | 398 | 9 weeks shorter |
| Pain management | 4 weeks | 100% | 342 | 24 weeks shorter |
| Chemical pathology | 6 weeks | 100% | 301 | 7 weeks |
"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 Aneurin Bevan 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinetree Court Hospital | Iris Care Group | — | 6.6 miles |
| Spire Cardiff Hospital | Spire Healthcare | — | 8.3 miles |
| Aderyn | Elysium Healthcare | — | 9.1 miles |
| Llanarth Court (Priory Hospital Llanarth Court) | Priory Group | — | 11 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 → |
| Inguinal hernia repair | £3,000–£5,500 | Price guide → |
| Gallbladder removal | £6,500–£10,500 | Price guide → |
UK-wide ranges from prices published by private hospitals. Ask any hospital above for a written quote.
Other NHS hospitals nearby
- The Grange University Hospital, Cwmbran (4 miles)
- University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff (10 miles)
- Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr, Ystrad Mynach (11 miles)
- University Hospital Llandough, Penarth (13 miles)
- Nevill Hall Hospital, Abergavenny (17 miles)
Questions and answers
How long are NHS waiting times at Royal Gwent Hospital?
At Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, which runs Royal Gwent Hospital, the typical (median) wait so far for people on the waiting list was 14 weeks across all specialties in July 2026, and 70% had waited under 26 weeks. Orthopaedics (bones and joints) had the most people waiting (25,555). These figures cover the whole of Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, so waits at this particular hospital may differ. See waiting times by specialty →
Where is the nearest private hospital to Royal Gwent Hospital?
The nearest private hospital we list is Pinetree Court Hospital, about 7 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.