HC Deb 25 October 1968 vol 770 c390W
Mr. Kelley

asked the Minister of Health what is the average waiting time for operations for cataract extractions at Doncaster Royal Infirmary.

Mr. K. Robinson

Over the last 12 months the average waiting time has been: female patients, 8 months; male patients, 7 weeks.

Mr. Kelley

asked the Minister of Health how many people are awaiting treatment for cataract at Doncaster Royal Infirmary; and how long they have been on the waiting list.

Mr. K. Robinson

28 female patients, for up to 9 months; 3 male patients, for up to 1 month.

Mr. Kelley

asked the Minister of Health what is the shortest time a patient has had to wait for treatment for cataract at Doncaster Royal Infirmary after the first consultation.

Mr. K. Robinson

During the last 12 months: female patients, 12 days; male patients, 10 days.