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 week shorter than in April 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
King's Health Care Provider Unit
Hospital sites at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Epsom Hospital King's @ Darent Valley Hospital Kings @ Erith & District Hospital Kings @ Queen Elizabeth Hospital Woolwich Kings @ Queen Mary's Hospital Sidcup Kings @ Sevenoaks Hospital Kings College Dental Hospital King's College Hospital (Denmark Hill) King's College Hospital (Dulwich) Orpington Hospital Princess Royal University Hospital The Lewisham Hospital NHS Trust
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust?
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 86,512 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 King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 7 in 10 patients at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation 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 King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust?
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 020 3299 9000. 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.