Cardiology Department Waiting Times in Nottingham

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a cardiologist is

12 weeks

That's nearly 3 months

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the Midlands region. There are currently 2,325 people waiting to see a cardiologist, with a typical wait of about nearly 3 months. 64% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

64 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
2,325
people on the waiting list
42 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
38 people
have been waiting over a year
584 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (25% of the list)

Long waiter breakdown

Of those waiting over a year, here's how long they've been waiting:

37waiting 1–1.25 years (52–65 weeks)
1waiting 1.25–1.5 years (65–78 weeks)

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 cardiologist is about 14 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 56th out of 131 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 10th out of 21 in Midlands

What does Cardiology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Chest pain investigation
Heart rhythm problems (arrhythmia)
Heart failure management
Angiogram and angioplasty
Echocardiogram
High blood pressure
Heart murmur assessment
Palpitations
Post-heart attack follow-up

Hospital contact

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

Trust Headquarters, Nottingham, NG7 2UH
0115 924 9924
NHS Nottingham And Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Cardiology waiting time at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust?

The current average Cardiology waiting time at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust is about 12 weeks.

How does Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust compare to other hospitals for Cardiology?

You can compare Cardiology 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.