General Medicine Department Waiting Times in London

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a consultant is

17 weeks

That's 4 months

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the London region. There are currently 4,479 people waiting to see a consultant, with a typical wait of about 4 months. 51% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

51 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
4,479
people on the waiting list
39 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
15 people
have been waiting over a year

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

Hospital ranking

Ranked 78th out of 86 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 10th out of 14 in London

What does General Medicine cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Complex diagnostic investigations
Chronic disease management
Unexplained weight loss
Fatigue investigation
Fever of unknown origin
Anaemia workup
Diabetes management
Hypertension review

Hospital contact

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

250 Euston Road, London, NW1 2PG
020 3456 7890
NHS North Central London Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the General Medicine waiting time at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

The current average General Medicine waiting time at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is about 17 weeks.

How does University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust compare to other hospitals for General Medicine?

You can compare General Medicine waiting times across all NHS hospitals on WaitRadar to find shorter waits near you.

Can I choose which hospital I'm referred to?

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.

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