NHS Omagh Hospital Live UTC Waiting Times
Also known as: Omagh Hospital, Omagh UCC, Omagh Primary Care Complex, Omagh Urgent Care, Omagh Hospital and Primary Care Complex
Last updated sourced from Western Health and Social Care Trust
Hospital details
Omagh, BT79 0NS
About Omagh Hospital UCC
The Omagh Hospital and Primary Care Complex (OHPCC) is on Donaghanie Road in Omagh, County Tyrone, opened on 20 June 2017 to replace the old Tyrone County Hospital and operated by the Western Health and Social Care Trust. The on-site Urgent Care and Treatment Centre is a nurse-led Minor Injuries Unit open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, treating non-life-threatening minor injuries and illnesses including cuts, sprains, suspected simple fractures, minor burns and scalds, minor head injuries, bites and foreign bodies. The complex also hosts four GP practices, day surgery, outpatient clinics, an inpatient rehabilitation ward, renal services and a full primary-care diagnostic imaging service. OHPCC is NOT an acute hospital — for chest pain, stroke, major trauma or serious illness call 999 or attend the Emergency Department at South West Acute Hospital in Enniskillen (around 27 miles) or Altnagelvin Area Hospital in Derry (around 33 miles). Current Omagh UCC waiting times are tracked here in real time, sourced from the NIdirect average ED waiting-times feed and the Western HSC Trust.
Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC)
The Urgent Care and Treatment Centre (UCC) at Omagh Hospital and Primary Care Complex is open 24 hours a day, every day. It treats urgent but non-life-threatening problems including minor injuries, sprains, suspected fractures, minor head injuries, cuts, minor burns, infections and minor illness. The UCC does NOT treat major emergencies. For chest pain, suspected stroke, severe bleeding, breathing difficulty, or loss of consciousness, call 999 or attend the South West Acute Hospital A&E in Enniskillen or Altnagelvin A&E in Derry.
Departments & Services
- Urgent Care and Treatment Centre (24/7, nurse-led MIU)
- Minor Injuries (cuts, sprains, suspected simple fractures, burns)
- Minor Head Injuries
- Bites and Foreign Bodies
- Four On-site GP Practices
- Day Surgery
- Outpatient Clinics
- Inpatient Rehabilitation Ward
- Renal Services
- Diagnostic Imaging
Recent Wait Time Updates
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| Sat 25 Apr01:47 | 0 mins | — |
| Sat 25 Apr00:47 | 0 mins | — |
| Fri 24 Apr23:47 | 0 mins | — |
| Fri 24 Apr22:47 | 0 mins | — |
| Fri 24 Apr21:47 | 0 mins | — |
Nearest A&E alternatives
See live A&E wait times at other NHS hospitals near Omagh Hospital UCC
How Omagh Hospital UCC compares to nearby hospitals
Within Northern Ireland, Omagh Hospital and Primary Care Complex Urgent Care and Treatment Centre 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 Omagh residents, the practical question is rarely "is Omagh Hospital UCC 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 Omagh 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.
Omagh Hospital UCC A&E — frequently asked questions
Answers to common questions about waiting times and visiting this A&E.
What is the average UTC waiting time at Omagh Hospital UCC?
As of the latest update, the current UTC wait at Omagh Hospital and Primary Care Complex Urgent Care and Treatment Centre is 142 minutes (about 2 hr 22 min). 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 Omagh Hospital UCC UTC least busy?
Across most UK Urgent Treatment Centres, 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 Omagh Hospital UCC.
Is there a way to check UTC wait times for Omagh Hospital UCC?
Yes, you can check the live UTC waiting times for Omagh Hospital and Primary Care Complex Urgent Care and Treatment Centre right here on this page. We update this data regularly based on the information provided by Western Health and Social Care Trust.
How long can Omagh Hospital UCC UTC make you wait?
Urgent Treatment Centres like Omagh Hospital UCC 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 Omagh Hospital UCC?
The wait times for Omagh Hospital and Primary Care Complex Urgent Care and Treatment Centre are updated based on the data feed from Western 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 Omagh Hospital UCC?
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 UTC department. It gives an indication of the maximum wait you might experience for non-life-threatening conditions.
What are the opening hours of Omagh Hospital UCC?
Omagh Hospital and Primary Care Complex Urgent Care and Treatment Centre is an Urgent Treatment Centre and is not open 24 hours a day. 24 hours, 7 days a week. 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 Omagh Hospital UCC?
Omagh Hospital and Primary Care Complex Urgent Care and Treatment Centre is located at 2 Donaghanie Road, Omagh, BT79 0NS. The UTC entrance is usually clearly signposted on arrival. If you need to contact them before travelling, the hospital switchboard is +44 2882 833100.