- Address
- Stockton-on-Tees, TS19 8PE
- Run by
- North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust
- Type
- Major/district general hospital
- Region
- North East, England
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Waiting times at North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust
71% waiting under 18 weeks. 23,668 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orthopaedics (bones and joints) | 7 weeks | 87% | 7,251 | 14 weeks shorter |
| Gynaecology | 16 weeks | 54% | 2,961 | 14 weeks longer |
| General surgery | 14 weeks | 60% | 2,605 | 13 weeks longer |
| Urology | 11 weeks | 69% | 2,043 | 12 weeks |
| Gastroenterology | 10 weeks | 77% | 1,232 | 11 weeks |
| Respiratory medicine | 11 weeks | 67% | 742 | 10 weeks longer |
| Cardiology | 7 weeks | 84% | 638 | 12 weeks shorter |
| Rheumatology | 11 weeks | 80% | 543 | 10 weeks |
| General medicine | 6 weeks | 96% | 269 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Elderly medicine | 8 weeks | 90% | 153 | 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 North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust, not just this hospital. Source: NHS England Referral to Treatment (RTT) waiting times, July 2026.
A&E waiting times
Across North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust's major A&E departments, August 2026 (5,028 attendances).
The NHS standard is 95% within 4 hours.
Share of patients who spent less than 4 hours in A&E from arrival to admission, transfer or discharge. Source: NHS England, A&E attendances and emergency admissions. In an emergency, call 999.
Nearest private hospitals
| Private hospital | Group | CQC rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nuffield Health Tees Hospital | Nuffield Health | Good | 1.4 miles |
| Tees Valley Treatment Centre | Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited | Good | 4.1 miles |
| Woodlands Hospital | Circle Health Group Limited | Good | 8.5 miles |
| Spire Washington Hospital | Spire Healthcare | Good | 23 miles |
| Nuffield Health Newcastle upon Tyne Hospital | Nuffield Health | Good | 30 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 James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough (5 miles)
- Darlington Memorial Hospital, Darlington (10 miles)
- University Hospital of Hartlepool, Hartlepool (10 miles)
- Friarage Hospital, Northallerton (14 miles)
- Bishop Auckland Hospital, Bishop Auckland (15 miles)
Questions and answers
How long are NHS waiting times at University Hospital of North Tees?
At North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust, which runs University Hospital of North Tees, the typical (median) wait so far for people on the waiting list was 10 weeks across all specialties in July 2026, and 71% had waited under 18 weeks. Orthopaedics (bones and joints) had the most people waiting (7,251). These figures cover the whole of North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust, so waits at this particular hospital may differ. See waiting times by specialty →
How long is the A&E wait at University Hospital of North Tees?
In August 2026, 46% of patients at North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust's major A&E departments spent less than 4 hours in A&E, against an NHS standard of 95%. If it's not an emergency, NHS 111 can tell you where to go. See A&E waiting times →
Can I choose to be treated at University Hospital of North Tees?
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 University Hospital of North Tees?
The nearest private hospital we list is Nuffield Health Tees Hospital, about 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.