Across all departments, most patients wait about
13 weeks
That's roughly 3 months:
6 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks.
Waits at this hospital are about 1.6 weeks shorter than in February 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
Stoke Mandeville Hospital NHS TrustSouth Buckinghamshire NHS Trust
Hospital sites at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Amersham Hospital Amersham Hospital - Whielden Street Buckingham Hospital Buckingham Hospital - High Street Chalfont Hospital Chesham Hospital (Op) Chiltern Hospital Marlow Hospital Paddocks Hospital St Mark's Hospital Stoke Mandeville Hospital Thame Hospital Wycombe Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust?
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust currently has about 46,076 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 13 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.
Does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 6 in 10 patients at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust are currently seen within the 18-week referral-to-treatment target. The NHS constitutional standard is 9 in 10 (92%).
How do I contact Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust?
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01494 434411. Ask to be connected to the relevant department or clinic.
Can I choose to be referred to this hospital?
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 before accepting a referral.