Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Waiting Times

The NHS waiting list at Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust currently has 27,425 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 668 have been waiting over a year.

NHS Foundation Trust Midlands Updated April 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 2 weeks shorter than in April 2025.

12-month change

Then vs now at this hospital

Apr 25→Apr 26
Typical wait
12.6weeks
â–¼ -2 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
6in 10
â–² +5.9 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
27k
â–¼ -1.6k
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
668
â–¼ -184
Been on the list for 12+ months

Hospital details

Address Chesterfield Road, Calow, Chesterfield, S44 5BL
Phone 01246 277271
Integrated Care Board NHS Derby And Derbyshire Integrated Care Board
Established 1993

Formerly known as

This trust was formed from or previously known as:

Chesterfield/north Derbyshire Unit

Waiting time trend

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

â–¼ -2 wks

Department waiting times

Cardiology

11 weeks
68% within 18 weeks

Dermatology

12 weeks
67% within 18 weeks

Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)

12 weeks
64% within 18 weeks

Gastroenterology

12 weeks
62% within 18 weeks

General Medicine

10 weeks
77% within 18 weeks

General Surgery

20 weeks
47% within 18 weeks

Gynaecology

13 weeks
60% within 18 weeks

Ophthalmology (Eye Care)

10 weeks
69% within 18 weeks

Oral & Dental Surgery

16 weeks
52% within 18 weeks

Paediatrics

11 weeks
65% within 18 weeks

Respiratory Medicine

9 weeks
79% within 18 weeks

Rheumatology

9 weeks
71% within 18 weeks

Trauma & Orthopaedics

18 weeks
50% within 18 weeks

Urology

13 weeks
61% within 18 weeks

Hospital sites at Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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

Bakewell Newholme Hospital Bolsover Community Hospital Buxton Cavendish Hospital Buxton Hospital Chesterfield Royal Hospital Clay Cross Hospital Scarsdale Hospital Walton Hospital Whitworth Hospital

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS waiting list at Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust?

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 27,425 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 Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?

About 6 in 10 patients at Chesterfield Royal 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 Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust?

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01246 277271. 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