The NHS is great at dealing with emergency cases but sadly non-emergencies usually end up being put back repeatedly. I needed a small op which was forever delayed so I ended up going private and got it done within days. Sadly, private ain't cheap, and when you've paid National Insurance for years then there is an expectation that the NHS will look after you in a timely manner. Good luck Morticia and I really hope you don't have to wait much longer. In fact, isn't there a new Gov't target for surgery waiting lists, after which you can go private and get the NHS to pay?