NHS Cardiology Referral Waiting Times in Newcastle Upon Tyne

The Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Updated June 2026

The typical wait to see a cardiologist is

10 weeks

That's just over 2 months

The NHS Cardiology waiting list at The Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust currently has 2,788 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 10 weeks from GP referral. About 8 in 10 Cardiology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 38 have been waiting over a year. The Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the North East and Yorkshire region. Waits at this hospital are about 1.8 weeks longer than in June 2025. It's slipped down 35 places in the national league for this department's; now 49 out of 129 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Jun 25Jun 26
Typical wait
10weeks
▲ +1.8 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
8in 10
▼ -1.3 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
2.8k
▼ -667
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
38
▲ +22
Been on the list for 12+ months
8 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
2,788
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
38 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
726 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Long waiter breakdown

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

33waiting 1 to 1.25 years (52 to 65 weeks)
5waiting 1.25 to 1.5 years (65 to 78 weeks)

Wait time over time

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

▲ +1.8 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 cardiologist is about 11 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 49th out of 129 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 15th out of 22 in North East and Yorkshire

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.

Freeman Hospital, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE7 7DN
0191 233 6161
NHS North East And North Cumbria Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Cardiology waiting list at The Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

The Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 2,788 patients on its Cardiology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 10 weeks.

Does The Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Cardiology?

About 77% of Cardiology patients at The Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust 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.