Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust Waiting Times

The NHS waiting list at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust currently has 46,076 patients waiting for treatment, with a typical wait of around 13 weeks from GP referral. About 6 in 10 patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS target is 9 in 10), and 450 have been waiting over a year.

NHS Trust South East Updated February 2026

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.

12-month change

Then vs now at this hospital

Feb 25→Feb 26
Typical wait
13.4weeks
â–¼ -1.6 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
6in 10
â–² +4.3 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
46k
â–² +445
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
450
â–¼ -739
Been on the list for 12+ months

Hospital details

Address Amersham Hospital, Whielden Street, Amersham, HP7 0JD
Phone 01494 434411
Integrated Care Board NHS Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire And Berkshire West Integrated Care Board
Established 2003

Formerly known as

This trust was formed from or previously known as:

Stoke Mandeville Hospital NHS TrustSouth Buckinghamshire NHS Trust

Waiting time trend

Median wait across all departments at this hospital, month by month.

â–¼ -1.6 wks

Department waiting times

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

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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.