Chelsea And Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Waiting Times

The NHS waiting list at Chelsea And Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust currently has 74,704 patients waiting for treatment, with a typical wait of around 14 weeks from GP referral. About 6 in 10 patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS target is 9 in 10), and 1,161 have been waiting over a year.

NHS Foundation Trust London Updated February 2026

Across all departments, most patients wait about 14 weeks

That's roughly 3 months: 6 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since February 2025.

12-month change

Then vs now at this hospital

Feb 25→Feb 26
Typical wait
13.6weeks
â–¼ -0.4 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
6in 10
â–² +2.8 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
75k
â–² +9.8k
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
1.2k
â–² +624
Been on the list for 12+ months

Hospital details

Address Chelsea & Westminster Hospital, 369 Fulham Road, London, SW10 9NH
Phone 020 3315 8000
Integrated Care Board NHS North West London Integrated Care Board
Established 1994

Formerly known as

This trust was formed from or previously known as:

Riverside Health UnitWest Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust

Waiting time trend

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

â–¼ -0.4 wks

Department waiting times

Cardiology

8 weeks
97% within 18 weeks

Dermatology

13 weeks
66% within 18 weeks

Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)

18 weeks
51% within 18 weeks

Geriatric Medicine

9 weeks
89% within 18 weeks

Gastroenterology

8 weeks
85% within 18 weeks

General Medicine

6 weeks
100% within 18 weeks

General Surgery

15 weeks
57% within 18 weeks

Gynaecology

8 weeks
84% within 18 weeks

Neurology

16 weeks
57% within 18 weeks

Ophthalmology (Eye Care)

15 weeks
57% within 18 weeks

Oral & Dental Surgery

23 weeks
40% within 18 weeks

Paediatrics

13 weeks
63% within 18 weeks

Plastic Surgery

21 weeks
45% within 18 weeks

Respiratory Medicine

9 weeks
80% within 18 weeks

Rheumatology

14 weeks
66% within 18 weeks

Trauma & Orthopaedics

18 weeks
50% within 18 weeks

Urology

14 weeks
61% within 18 weeks

Hospital sites at Chelsea And Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Chelsea And Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.

A&e West Middlesex Hospital Chelsea & Westminster Hospital Chelsea & Westminster Hospital Medicine Directorate ENT West Middlesex Hospital Sexual Health Sutton St Hellier Hospital Teddington Memorial Hospital Teddington Memorial Hospital - Teddington Memorial Hospital - Medical The Hillingdon Hospital West Middlesex Hospital - West Middlesex Hospital - General West Middlesex Hospital - Obs & Gynae West Middlesex Hospital - Paediatrics West Middlesex University Hospital

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS waiting list at Chelsea And Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust?

Chelsea And Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 74,704 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 14 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.

Does Chelsea And Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?

About 6 in 10 patients at Chelsea And Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation 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 Chelsea And Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust?

Chelsea And Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 020 3315 8000. 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.

Source: NHS England RTT statistics. about our methodology