NHS Respiratory Medicine Referral Waiting Times in Peterborough

The Hamptons Hospital Ltd

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a respiratory consultant is

16 weeks

That's nearly 4 months

The NHS Respiratory Medicine waiting list at The Hamptons Hospital Ltd currently has 303 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 16 weeks from GP referral. About 6 in 10 Respiratory Medicine patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 5 have been waiting over a year. The Hamptons Hospital Ltd is an Independent Sector provider in the East of England region. Waits at this hospital are about 15 weeks longer than in February 2025. It's slipped down 117 places in the national league for this department's; now 118 out of 125 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
16weeks
▲ +15 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
6in 10
▼ -43.9 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
303
▲ +241
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
5
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
6 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
303
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
33 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
5 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months

Wait time over time

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

▲ +15 wks

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 respiratory consultant is about 10 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 118th out of 125 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 15th out of 15 in East of England

What does Respiratory Medicine cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Asthma management
COPD treatment
Sleep apnoea assessment
Lung function tests (spirometry)
Pulmonary fibrosis
Persistent cough investigation
Breathlessness assessment
Pleural effusion drainage
Bronchoscopy

Hospital contact

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

Cygnet Road, Peterborough, PE7 8FD
NHS Cambridgeshire And Peterborough Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Respiratory Medicine waiting list at The Hamptons Hospital Ltd?

The Hamptons Hospital Ltd currently has about 303 patients on its Respiratory Medicine waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 16 weeks.

Does The Hamptons Hospital Ltd meet the NHS 18-week target for Respiratory Medicine?

About 56% of Respiratory Medicine patients at The Hamptons Hospital Ltd are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Respiratory Medicine 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 Respiratory Medicine 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.