Across all departments, most patients wait about
13 weeks
That's roughly 3 months:
6 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks.
Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since April 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
King's Lynn & Wisbech Hospitals Unit
Hospital sites at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King's Lynn, NHS Foundation Trust
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King's Lynn, NHS Foundation Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Dereham Hospital Fitzwilliam Private Hospital Norfolk And Norwich University Hospital North Cambridgeshire Hospital Sandringham Private Hospital Swaffham Community Hospital The Queen Elizabeth Hospital Wells Community Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King's Lynn, NHS Foundation Trust?
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King's Lynn, NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 25,153 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 13 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.
Does The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King's Lynn, NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 6 in 10 patients at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King's Lynn, 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 The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King's Lynn, NHS Foundation Trust?
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King's Lynn, NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01553 613613. 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.