Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Waiting Times

The NHS waiting list at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust currently has 86,933 patients waiting for treatment, with a typical wait of around 14 weeks from GP referral. About 6 in 10 patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS target is 9 in 10), and 1,893 have been waiting over a year.

NHS Foundation Trust South East Updated February 2026

Across all departments, most patients wait about 14 weeks

That's roughly just over 3 months: 6 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks. Waits at this hospital are about 1.3 week shorter than in February 2025.

12-month change

Then vs now at this hospital

Feb 25→Feb 26
Typical wait
13.8weeks
â–¼ -1.3 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
6in 10
â–² +4.1 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
87k
â–¼ -3.4k
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
1.9k
â–¼ -1.1k
Been on the list for 12+ months

Hospital details

Address John Radcliffe Hospital, Headley Way, Headington, Oxford, OX3 9DU
Phone 0300 304 7777
Integrated Care Board NHS Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire And Berkshire West Integrated Care Board
Established 1998

Formerly known as

This trust was formed from or previously known as:

The Radcliffe Infirmary NHS TrustOxford Radcliffe Hospital NHS TrustNuffield Orthopaedic Centre NHS TrustHorton General Hospital NHS Trust

Waiting time trend

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

â–¼ -1.3 wks

Department waiting times

Hospital sites at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.

Abingdon Community Hospital Alexandra Hospital Renal Unit Battle Hospital Bicester Community Hospital Birmingham Children's Hospital Bletchley Community Hospital Brackley Community Hospital Bristol Spire Hospital Broadmoor Hospital Chipping Norton Community Hospital Churchill Hospital Derriford Hospital Didcot Community Hospital Ellen Badger Hospital (Shipston On Stour) Faringdon Day Hospital Frenchay Hospital Frimley Park Hospital Great Western Hospital Heatherwood Hospital Henley (Townlands) Community Hospital Horton General Hospital John Radcliffe Hospital Kettering General Hospital King Edward Vii Hospital Manor Hospital Milton Keynes University Hospital North Cotswold Hospital Northampton General Hospital Oxford City Community Hospital Poole Hospital Outpatients Queen Elizabeth Hospital Renal Clinic - Royal Free Hospital Royal Berkshire Hospital Royal Edinburgh Hospital Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital Royal Victoria Hospital St James' S University Hospital St Marks Hospital St Marks Hospital London Stoke Mandeville Hospital (Aylesbury) Thame Community Hospital The Cherwell Hospital The Foscote Hospital The Ridgeway Hospital University Hospital Of Wales Upton Community Hospital Wallingford Community Hospital Wantage Community Hospital West Berkshire Community Hospitals Wexham Park Hospital Witney Community Hospital Wycombe General Hospital

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS waiting list at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 86,933 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 14 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.

Does Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?

About 6 in 10 patients at Oxford University Hospitals 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 Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 0300 304 7777. 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.