NHS Cardiology Referral Waiting Times in London

Chelsea And Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Updated April 2026

The typical wait to see a cardiologist is

8 weeks

That's 2 months

The NHS Cardiology waiting list at Chelsea And Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust currently has 1,724 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 8 weeks from GP referral. About 10 in 10 Cardiology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Chelsea And Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the London region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since April 2025. It's slipped down 5 places in the national league for this department's; now 22 out of 130 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Apr 25Apr 26
Typical wait
8.3weeks
▲ +0.3 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
10in 10
▲ +13.4 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
1.7k
▲ +778
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
10 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
1,724
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
16 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
97 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Wait time over time

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

▲ +0.3 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 cardiologist is about 12 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 22nd out of 130 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 1st out of 17 in London

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.

Chelsea & Westminster Hospital, London, SW10 9NH
020 3315 8000
NHS North West London Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Chelsea And Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 1,724 patients on its Cardiology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 8 weeks.

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

About 96% of Cardiology patients at Chelsea And Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Cardiology 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 Cardiology 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.