NHS Cardiothoracic Surgery Referral Waiting Times in Milton Keynes

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a cardiothoracic surgeon is

20 weeks

That's nearly 5 months

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the East of England region. There are currently 82 people waiting to see a cardiothoracic surgeon, with a typical wait of about nearly 5 months. About 4 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks. That's the NHS target.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
20.2weeks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
4in 10
▲ +35.4 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
82
▲ +82
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
4 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
82
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
38 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer

Wait time over time

Median wait and % seen within 18 weeks for this department, with the national average as a dashed line.

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 cardiothoracic surgeon is about 10 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 30th out of 31 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 3rd out of 3 in East of England

What does Cardiothoracic Surgery cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Coronary artery bypass (CABG)
Heart valve replacement or repair
Lung cancer surgery
Aortic aneurysm repair
Chest wall deformity correction
Pacemaker insertion
Thoracoscopy (keyhole chest surgery)

Hospital contact

Main hospital switchboard. ask to be connected to the department.

Standing Way, Milton Keynes, MK6 5LD
01908 660033
NHS Bedfordshire, Luton And Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Cardiothoracic Surgery waiting time at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust?

The current average Cardiothoracic Surgery waiting time at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is about 20 weeks.

How does Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust compare to other hospitals for Cardiothoracic Surgery?

You can compare Cardiothoracic Surgery waiting times across all NHS hospitals on WaitRadar to find shorter waits near you.

Can I choose which hospital I'm referred to?

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.

This is informational data, not medical advice. Always discuss referral options with your GP. Full disclaimer.