Across all departments, most patients wait about
18 weeks
That's roughly 4 months:
5 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks.
Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since February 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
Basildon And Thurrock University Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustMid Essex Hospital Services NHS Trust
Hospital sites at Mid And South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Mid And South Essex NHS Foundation Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Baddow Private Hospital Basildon Hospital Braintree Community Hospital Brentwood Community Hospital Capio Oaks Hospital Capio Rivers Hospital Chartwell Private Hospital Chelmsford & Essex Hospital Clacton And District Hospital Colchester General Hospital Great Ormond Street Hospital For Children Halstead Hospital Holly House Private Hospital Homerton Hospital Mid Essex Hospital Nuffield Hospital Nuffield Ipswich Hospital Orsett Hospital Princess Alexandra Hospital Queen's Hospital Rochford Hospital Royal London Hospital Southend Hospital Southend Private Hospital Spire Wellesley Hospital St Margaret's Hospital St Michael's Hospital St Peter's Hospital The Chelmsford Private Day Surgery Hospital Thurrock Community Hospital Whipps Cross Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at Mid And South Essex NHS Foundation Trust?
Mid And South Essex NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 176,856 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 18 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.
Does Mid And South Essex NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 5 in 10 patients at Mid And South Essex 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 Mid And South Essex NHS Foundation Trust?
Mid And South Essex NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01702 435555. 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.