NHS Cardiology Referral Waiting Times in Buckhurst Hill

Nuffield Health The Holly Hospital

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a cardiologist is

3 weeks

The NHS Cardiology waiting list at Nuffield Health The Holly Hospital currently has 56 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 3 weeks from GP referral. About 10 in 10 Cardiology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Nuffield Health The Holly Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the East of England region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since February 2025.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
2.6weeks
No change
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
10in 10
▲ +3.3 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
56
No change
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
10 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
56
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
5 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer

Wait time over time

Median wait for this department, with the national average as a dashed line.

No change

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 13 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 1st out of 131 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 1st out of 16 in East of England

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.

High Road, Buckhurst Hill, IG9 5HX
NHS Hertfordshire And West Essex Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Cardiology waiting list at Nuffield Health The Holly Hospital?

Nuffield Health The Holly Hospital currently has about 56 patients on its Cardiology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 3 weeks.

Does Nuffield Health The Holly Hospital meet the NHS 18-week target for Cardiology?

About 100% of Cardiology patients at Nuffield Health The Holly Hospital are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Cardiology wait is too long?

Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England can ask their GP to refer them to any hospital that provides NHS care. Use WaitRadar to compare Cardiology waiting times at other NHS hospitals near you before accepting a referral.

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