2) Health Checkpoint
One of our consultants will evaluate your current health status.
3) Shortcut Discovery
We find the quickest route to access healthcare services that meet your needs.
Are You One of The Millions Stuck on the NHS Waiting Lists?
A New Service That Helps NHS Patients
Get Treated Faster
Without Paying for Private Healthcare
We are experienced healthcare specialists dedicated to helping patients access faster routes to care within the NHS.
With our expertise, we can make the most of little-utilised NHS policies and procedures to get you treated faster, often in private hospitals, paid for by the NHS - with no cost to you.
With our 20 years of experience, we can help you navigate the NHS to get the care you need, quicker.
Are you ready to take control of your healthcare?
The NHS Waiting List Problem
- In 2021, NHS England reported that over 5.12 million people were waiting for routine hospital treatment, the highest number on record. (Source: NHS England)
- The average waiting time for treatment in England reached 10.6 weeks in April 2021, compared to 9.6 weeks in 2020. (Source: NHS England)
- According to a report by the King's Fund, the number of people waiting more than 52 weeks for hospital treatment in England rose from 1,613 in February 2020 to 387,885 in February 2021. (Source: The King's Fund)
- Patients with mental health conditions are also affected, with a significant increase in waiting times for psychological therapies. In 2020-2021, over 170,000 patients waited for more than 28 days for talking therapies. (Source: NHS Digital)
A record 7.47 million people are waiting to start routine hospital treatment, NHS figures, external for the end of May show - up from 7.42 million the previous month.
This is the highest number since records began for the NHS in England, in 2007.
Some 385,000 people have been waiting more than a year to start treatment.
The impact of NHS waiting times on patient outcomes has been a subject of significant concern and research. Various studies have examined how delays in receiving treatment can affect patient health, particularly in the context of elective surgeries.
Negative Impact on Health Outcomes for Elective Surgeries:
Longer waiting times for hip and knee replacement surgeries result in a statistically significant negative impact on health gains post-surgery. Each additional week of waiting reduces the effectiveness of these treatments, although the effect size is small at the individual level.
Harm to Patients Due to Prolonged Waiting Times:
Reports indicate that long waiting times for non-urgent treatments are causing patient suffering. Less than half of NHS trusts meet the 18-week waiting time standard for elective treatments.
Distortion of Clinical Priorities:
The introduction of maximum waiting time targets has led to a shift in prioritization, benefiting patients with longer waits at the expense of those who previously waited less. This change in prioritization can distort clinical priorities and potentially harm patients who might have been treated sooner under different circumstances.
Factors Contributing to Long Waits in Emergency Departments:
Long waits in emergency departments are influenced by several factors, including the age of the patient population, the proportion of patients leaving without treatment, higher death rates, and higher bed occupancy rates in hospitals.
NHS waiting times have a demonstrable negative impact on patient outcomes. Prolonged waiting times can lead to reduced effectiveness of treatments and increased patient suffering.
But there is another way!
"I was looking at over a two year wait for a hip replacement. After a conversation with your consultant Melanie, I was able to get my operation done within three weeks in a private hospital and it didn't cost me a penny! The staff were amazing, I had a private room and the food was delicious!" - Mrs Stock, Manchester
Steps to Treatment
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How does the process work?
The process involves five simple steps: assessing your current situation, identifying the quickest route to care, completing necessary documentation, submitting it to your GP, and receiving treatment from a provider with the framework of the NHS.
Who can benefit?
Anyone who is currently experiencing long wait times for medical treatments through traditional channels can benefit from our service. This includes patients needing specialist consultations, surgeries, or other medical procedures. Complete our self assessment form for more information.
How quickly can I expect to receive treatment?
While timelines can vary based on individual circumstances and provider availability, many of our clients see significant reductions in wait times—often receiving treatment within weeks instead of months.
Do I need a referral from my GP to use this service?
No. You can get started by submitting a self assessment which our team will review.
How do I get started?
Simply fill out the form on our landing page and one of our advisors will be in contact.
What procedures can you help with?
We can help with the non-urgent, elective procedures that have been most impacted by increased waiting times. Take our self assessment to learn more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have a different question?
We’re here to help! If you have any questions that aren’t covered in our FAQs, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Our dedicated team is ready to assist you with any inquiries or concerns you may have.
We look forward to hearing from you and helping you on your journey to better health.
Email us at: support@stopwaiting.co.uk