NHS Mid Ulster Hospital Live MIU Waiting Times
Also known as: Mid Ulster Hospital, Mid Ulster MIU, Magherafelt Hospital, Mid Ulster Minor Injury Unit
Last updated sourced from Northern Health and Social Care Trust
Currently Closed
This Minor Injury Unit is currently closed. Please check back during opening hours (9am to 5pm).
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
Hospital details
Magherafelt, BT45 5EX
About Mid Ulster Hospital MIU
The Minor Injury Unit at Mid Ulster Hospital is on Hospital Road in Magherafelt, County Londonderry, operated by the Northern Health and Social Care Trust (NHSCT). It runs a "Phone First" model — patients must call 0300 123 1 123 (text relay 18001 0300 123 1 123) Monday to Friday, 8am-6pm, to be triaged and given an appointment. The unit itself is open Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, and is closed at weekends. It treats patients aged 5 and over with sprains, strains, suspected broken bones from shoulder to hand or knee to toe, minor facial injuries (no loss of consciousness), wounds, cuts, grazes, scalp lacerations, minor scalds and burns, foreign bodies (skin, eyes, ears, nose) and minor head injuries in under-65s with no loss of consciousness, vomiting, headache or confusion. Important: it does NOT treat patients on blood-thinning medication (warfarin, aspirin), elderly patients with complex needs or recurrent falls, or anyone who has fallen from height — for these and all life-threatening problems call 999 or attend the Emergency Department at Antrim Area Hospital. The site also provides day surgery and outpatient services. Current Mid Ulster MIU waiting times are tracked here in real time, sourced from the NIdirect average ED waiting-times feed and the Northern HSC Trust.
Minor Injuries Unit (MIU)
The Minor Injury Unit (MIU) at Mid Ulster Hospital in Magherafelt operates a Phone First system — call 0300 123 1 123 before attending. The MIU treats minor injuries such as sprains, suspected broken bones, minor head injuries, cuts and minor burns. It does NOT treat life-threatening conditions. For chest pain, suspected stroke, severe bleeding, breathing difficulty, or loss of consciousness, call 999 or attend Antrim Area Hospital A&E.
Departments & Services
- Minor Injury Unit (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Phone First on 0300 123 1 123)
- Sprains and Strains
- Suspected Broken Bones (shoulder-hand, knee-toe)
- Minor Facial Injuries (no loss of consciousness)
- Wounds, Cuts, Grazes, Scalp Lacerations
- Minor Scalds and Burns
- Foreign Bodies (skin, eyes, ears, nose)
- Minor Head Injuries (under-65s, no loss of consciousness/vomiting/confusion)
- Day Surgery
- Outpatient Clinics
Recent Wait Time Updates
| Date & Time | Wait Time | Change |
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| Sat 25 Apr01:48 | 0 mins | — |
| Sat 25 Apr00:48 | 0 mins | — |
| Fri 24 Apr23:48 | 0 mins | — |
| Fri 24 Apr22:48 | 0 mins | — |
| Fri 24 Apr21:48 | 0 mins | — |
Nearest A&E alternatives
See live A&E wait times at other NHS hospitals near Mid Ulster Hospital MIU
How Mid Ulster Hospital MIU compares to nearby hospitals
Within Northern Ireland, Mid Ulster Hospital Minor Injury Unit is one of several urgent and emergency care sites and sits inside the wider Health and Social Care Northern Ireland (HSC) performance framework. National waiting-time data is published by the Department of Health Northern Ireland against the Department of Health (Northern Ireland) standard that 95% of patients are treated and discharged or admitted within four hours; live snapshots on this page are sourced separately from the trust's own published feeds, so the figures here can be more current than the headline national release.
For Magherafelt residents, the practical question is rarely "is Mid Ulster Hospital MIU fast?" but "compared to what?" Wait times at any single site can swing materially within a day, depending on staffing, ambulance arrivals and how full the wider hospital is. The nearest-alternatives section above lists the closest comparable sites, each with their own current wait — that side-by-side comparison is more useful than any single-site average.
For non-life-threatening issues, residents in Magherafelt and surrounding Northern Ireland may also have access to a Minor Injuries Unit or Urgent Treatment Centre with shorter waits for less serious conditions. Phone First (or 111 in some areas) can confirm the appropriate service for your specific need before you travel.
Mid Ulster Hospital MIU A&E — frequently asked questions
Answers to common questions about waiting times and visiting this A&E.
What is the average MIU waiting time at Mid Ulster Hospital MIU?
As of the latest update, the current MIU wait at Mid Ulster Hospital Minor Injury Unit is currently unavailable. This figure is labelled "Live" — see the freshness badge next to the wait number for the exact source and timestamp. Wait times fluctuate throughout the day, so this may not be the exact time you wait.
What time is Mid Ulster Hospital MIU least busy?
Across most UK Minor Injuries Units, the quietest period is typically between 4am and 7am, with a secondary lull around mid-morning on weekdays. Friday and Saturday evenings, as well as Monday mornings, generally see the longest waits. Check the Wait History above to see the recent trends for Mid Ulster Hospital MIU.
Is there a way to check MIU wait times for Mid Ulster Hospital MIU?
Yes, you can check the live MIU waiting times for Mid Ulster Hospital Minor Injury Unit right here on this page. We update this data regularly based on the information provided by Northern Health and Social Care Trust.
How long can Mid Ulster Hospital MIU make you wait?
Minor Injuries Units like Mid Ulster Hospital MIU are designed for minor injuries and illnesses, not life-threatening emergencies. Most patients are seen within a few hours, but waits depend on how busy the unit is and the nature of your condition. If your condition is potentially serious, you should go to a full A&E department or call 999.
How often are wait times updated at Mid Ulster Hospital MIU?
The wait times for Mid Ulster Hospital Minor Injury Unit are updated based on the data feed from Northern Health and Social Care Trust. The exact time of the last update is shown at the top of this page.
What does 'Current Longest Wait Time' mean at Mid Ulster Hospital MIU?
The 'Current Longest Wait Time' typically refers to the longest time any non-admitted patient has been waiting to be seen by a doctor or nurse practitioner after arriving at the MIU department. It gives an indication of the maximum wait you might experience for non-life-threatening conditions.
What are the opening hours of Mid Ulster Hospital MIU?
Mid Ulster Hospital Minor Injury Unit is a Minor Injuries Unit and is not open 24 hours a day. Current opening hours: 9am to 5pm. For 24-hour emergency care, go to your nearest A&E department or, if your condition is life-threatening, call 999. For non-urgent medical concerns out of hours, please contact your GP out-of-hours service. NHS 111 is being rolled out across Northern Ireland but is not yet available in all areas.
How do I get to Mid Ulster Hospital MIU?
Mid Ulster Hospital Minor Injury Unit is located at 59 Hospital Road, Magherafelt, BT45 5EX. The MIU entrance is usually clearly signposted on arrival. If you need to contact them before travelling, the hospital switchboard is +44 2879 632110.