NHS Rheumatology Referral Waiting Times in Romford

Barking, Havering And Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a rheumatologist is

9 weeks

That's 2 months

The NHS Rheumatology waiting list at Barking, Havering And Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust currently has 844 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 9 weeks from GP referral. About 8 in 10 Rheumatology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 2 have been waiting over a year. Barking, Havering And Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the London region. Waits at this hospital are about 5.4 weeks longer than in February 2025. It's slipped down 53 places in the national league for this department's; now 59 out of 125 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
8.8weeks
▲ +5.4 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
8in 10
▼ -9.6 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
844
▲ +505
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
2
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
8 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
844
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
26 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
2 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months

Wait time over time

Median wait for this department, with the national average as a dashed line.

▲ +5.4 wks

How long are people waiting?

Distribution of patients by how many weeks they've been on the waiting list.

How does this compare?

The national average wait to see a rheumatologist is about 10 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 59th out of 125 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 12th out of 19 in London

What does Rheumatology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Rheumatoid arthritis
Osteoarthritis management
Lupus (SLE)
Fibromyalgia
Gout
Ankylosing spondylitis
Polymyalgia rheumatica
Joint injections
Connective tissue diseases

Hospital contact

Main hospital switchboard. ask to be connected to the department.

Queens Hospital, Romford, RM7 0AG
0330 400 4333
NHS North East London Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Rheumatology waiting list at Barking, Havering And Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust?

Barking, Havering And Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust currently has about 844 patients on its Rheumatology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 9 weeks.

Does Barking, Havering And Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Rheumatology?

About 83% of Rheumatology patients at Barking, Havering And Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Rheumatology wait is too long?

Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England can ask their GP to refer them to any hospital that provides NHS care. Use WaitRadar to compare Rheumatology waiting times at other NHS hospitals near you before accepting a referral.

This is informational data, not medical advice. Always discuss referral options with your GP. Full disclaimer.