Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
North West · CH49 5PE
www.wirraluniversityteachinghospital.nhs.ukWait Score
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Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS trust in the North West region, based in CH49 5PE. As of the latest data, there are 46,641 patients on the waiting list. 59.2% of patients are seen within the 18-week NHS target.
Waiting Times Overview
Median Wait
14.5 weeks
Within 18 Weeks
59.2%
Total Waiting
46,641
Over 52 Weeks
1,000
12-Month Trend (Median Wait)
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Waiting Times by Specialty
View all →| ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat)(national) | 45.4% | F |
| Other Surgical(national) | 55.1% | F |
| Other Services(national) | 86.7% | A |
| Respiratory Medicine(national) | 62.7% | F |
| Dermatology(national) | 46.7% | F |
| Other Medical(national) | 69.9% | D |
| Gynaecology(national) | 53.4% | F |
| Gastroenterology(national) | 68.6% | D |
| Oral Surgery(national) | 45.1% | F |
| Ophthalmology(national) | 58.8% | F |
| Trauma & Orthopaedics(national) | 51.0% | F |
| Paediatrics(national) | 65.3% | D |
| Urology(national) | 71.0% | D |
| Cardiology(national) | 49.0% | F |
| Rheumatology(national) | 49.4% | F |
| General Surgery(national) | 93.0% | A+ |
| Elderly Medicine(national) | 89.2% | A |
| General Medicine(national) | 75.0% | C |
A&E Performance
4-Hour Target
46.2%
Attendances
6,951
Over 12 Hours
758
A&E Trend (% within 4 hours)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long are waiting times at Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust?
As of January 2026, 59.2% of patients at Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust are seen within the NHS 18-week target. There are currently 46,641 patients on the waiting list.
What is the CQC rating for Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust?
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has not yet been individually rated by the CQC in our dataset.
Does Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust have an A&E department?
Yes. Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust A&E sees approximately 6,951 patients per month, with 46.2% seen within 4 hours.
How does Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust compare to other hospitals?
The national average is 61.4% of patients seen within 18 weeks. Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust performs below average at 59.2%.
Data sourced from NHS England (Referral to Treatment waiting times, A&E statistics) and Care Quality Commission (CQC ratings). Last updated: 2026-03-14.
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