Cardiology Department Waiting Times in Dartford

Dartford And Gravesham NHS Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a cardiologist is

14 weeks

That's just over 3 months

Dartford And Gravesham NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the South East region. There are currently 2,702 people waiting to see a cardiologist, with a typical wait of about just over 3 months. 63% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

63 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
2,702
people on the waiting list
31 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
3 people
have been waiting over a year
97 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (4% of the list)

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 14 weeks. This hospital is about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 87th out of 131 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 15th out of 21 in South East

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.

Darent Valley Hospital, Dartford, DA2 8DA
01322 428100
NHS Kent And Medway Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Cardiology waiting time at Dartford And Gravesham NHS Trust?

The current average Cardiology waiting time at Dartford And Gravesham NHS Trust is about 14 weeks.

How does Dartford And Gravesham NHS Trust compare to other hospitals for Cardiology?

You can compare Cardiology waiting times across all NHS hospitals on WaitRadar to find shorter waits near you.

Can I choose which hospital I'm referred to?

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.

This is informational data, not medical advice. Always discuss referral options with your GP. Full disclaimer.