Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Waiting Times

The NHS waiting list at Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust currently has 34,802 patients waiting for treatment, with a typical wait of around 7 weeks from GP referral. About 8 in 10 patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS target is 9 in 10), and 30 have been waiting over a year.

NHS Foundation Trust London Updated February 2026

Across all departments, most patients wait about 7 weeks

That's roughly nearly 2 months: 8 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since February 2025.

12-month change

Then vs now at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
7weeks
▼ -0.3 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
8in 10
▲ +1.8 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
35k
▲ +1.4k
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
30
▲ +18
Been on the list for 12+ months

Hospital details

Address 162 City Road, London, EC1V 2PD
Phone 020 7253 3411
Integrated Care Board NHS North Central London Integrated Care Board
Established 1994

Formerly known as

This trust was formed from or previously known as:

Moorfields Eye Hospital Special Ha

Waiting time trend

Median wait across all departments at this hospital, month by month.

▼ -0.3 wks

Department waiting times

Hospital sites at Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.

Moorfields Eye Hospital (City Road Campus)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS waiting list at Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust?

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 34,802 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 7 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.

Does Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?

About 8 in 10 patients at Moorfields Eye 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 Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust?

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 020 7253 3411. 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.