Across all departments, most patients wait about
15 weeks
That's roughly just over 3 months:
6 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks.
Waits at this hospital are about 1.7 weeks longer than in February 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
Dartford & Gravesham Acute Services Unit
Hospital sites at Dartford And Gravesham NHS Trust
Dartford And Gravesham NHS Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Blackheath Hospital Chelsfield Park Hospital Darent Valley Hospital Erith & District Hospital Fawkham Manor Hospital Gravesham Community Hospital Maidstone Hospital Medway Maritime Hospital Physio Livingstone Community Hospital Queen Mary's Hospital Sidcup
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at Dartford And Gravesham NHS Trust?
Dartford And Gravesham NHS Trust currently has about 30,719 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 15 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.
Does Dartford And Gravesham NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 6 in 10 patients at Dartford And Gravesham 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 Dartford And Gravesham NHS Trust?
Dartford And Gravesham NHS Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01322 428100. 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.