NHS Cardiology Referral Waiting Times in Cobham

Epsomedical Group

Updated April 2026

The typical wait to see a cardiologist is

11 weeks

That's 2½ months

The NHS Cardiology waiting list at Epsomedical Group currently has 28 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 11 weeks from GP referral. About 8 in 10 Cardiology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Epsomedical Group is an Independent Sector provider in the South East region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since April 2025. It's slipped down 26 places in the national league for this department's; now 64 out of 130 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Apr 25Apr 26
Typical wait
11weeks
▲ +0.3 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
8in 10
▼ -7.5 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
28
▼ -30
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
8 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
28
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
31 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer

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 about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 64th out of 130 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 10th 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.

168 Portsmouth Road, Cobham, KT11 1HS
NHS Surrey Heartlands Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Cardiology waiting list at Epsomedical Group?

Epsomedical Group currently has about 28 patients on its Cardiology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 11 weeks.

Does Epsomedical Group meet the NHS 18-week target for Cardiology?

About 82% of Cardiology patients at Epsomedical Group 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.