Across all departments, most patients wait about
12 weeks
That's roughly nearly 3 months:
7 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks.
Waits at this hospital are about 1.2 week shorter than in February 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
North Hertfordshire NHS TrustEast Hertfordshire NHS Trust
Hospital sites at East And North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust
East And North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Bishops Wood Hospital Hertford County Hospital Lister Hospital Queen Elizabeth I I Hospital The Lister Hospital Surgicentre
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at East And North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust?
East And North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust currently has about 53,765 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 12 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.
Does East And North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 7 in 10 patients at East And North Hertfordshire Teaching 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 East And North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust?
East And North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01438 314333. 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.