NHS Geriatric Medicine Referral Waiting Times in Milton Keynes

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a geriatrician is

14 weeks

That's just over 3 months

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the East of England region. There are currently 23 people waiting to see a geriatrician, with a typical wait of about just over 3 months. About 8 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
14.5weeks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
8in 10
▼ -7.5 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
23
▲ +16
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
23
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
25 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 geriatrician is about 7 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 109th out of 115 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 11th out of 12 in East of England

What does Geriatric Medicine cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Falls assessment and prevention
Dementia assessment
Frailty management
Mobility problems
Medication review
Delirium investigation
Osteoporosis
Continence assessment
End-of-life care planning

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 Geriatric Medicine waiting time at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust?

The current average Geriatric Medicine waiting time at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is about 14 weeks.

How does Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust compare to other hospitals for Geriatric Medicine?

You can compare Geriatric Medicine 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.