Cardiology Department Waiting Times in Bradford

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a cardiologist is

11 weeks

That's 2½ months

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the North East and Yorkshire region. There are currently 924 people waiting to see a cardiologist, with a typical wait of about 2½ months. 75% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

75 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
924
people on the waiting list
27 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
1 people
have been waiting over a year
121 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (13% of the list)

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 cardiologist is about 14 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 44th out of 131 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 14th out of 22 in North East and Yorkshire

What does Cardiology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Chest pain investigation
Heart rhythm problems (arrhythmia)
Heart failure management
Angiogram and angioplasty
Echocardiogram
High blood pressure
Heart murmur assessment
Palpitations
Post-heart attack follow-up

Hospital contact

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

Bradford Royal Infirmary, Bradford, BD9 6RJ
01274 542 200
NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Cardiology waiting time at Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

The current average Cardiology waiting time at Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is about 11 weeks.

How does Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust compare to other hospitals for Cardiology?

You can compare Cardiology waiting times across all NHS hospitals on WaitRadar to find shorter waits near you.

Can I choose which hospital I'm referred to?

Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England have the right to choose which hospital they are referred to for a first outpatient appointment. Discuss your options with your GP.

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