NHS Cardiology Referral Waiting Times in London

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a cardiologist is

13 weeks

That's 3 months

The NHS Cardiology waiting list at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust currently has 7,864 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 13 weeks from GP referral. About 7 in 10 Cardiology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 24 have been waiting over a year. Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the London region. Waits at this hospital are about 2.1 weeks shorter than in February 2025. It's moved up 12 places in the national league for this department's; now 77 out of 131 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
12.7weeks
▼ -2.1 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
7in 10
▲ +6.9 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
7.9k
▼ -45
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
24
▼ -46
Been on the list for 12+ months
7 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
7,864
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
34 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
24 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
1,116 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Wait time over time

Median wait for this department, with the national average as a dashed line.

▼ -2.1 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 13 weeks. This hospital is about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 77th out of 131 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 9th out of 17 in London

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.

The Bays, London, W2 1BL
020 3311 3311
NHS North West London Integrated Care Board

Patient experiences

People who used this department at this hospital.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Cardiology waiting list at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust?

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust currently has about 7,864 patients on its Cardiology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 13 weeks.

Does Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Cardiology?

About 66% of Cardiology patients at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust 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.