Cardiothoracic Surgery Department Waiting Times in Plymouth

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a cardiothoracic surgeon is

16 weeks

That's nearly 4 months

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the South West region. There are currently 568 people waiting to see a cardiothoracic surgeon, with a typical wait of about nearly 4 months. 55% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

55 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
568
people on the waiting list
44 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
15 people
have been waiting over a year
358 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (63% of the list)

Long waiter breakdown

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

13waiting 1–1.25 years (52–65 weeks)
1waiting 1.25–1.5 years (65–78 weeks)
1waiting over 1.5 years (78+ weeks)

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

Hospital ranking

Ranked 29th out of 30 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 5th out of 5 in South West

What does Cardiothoracic Surgery cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Coronary artery bypass (CABG)
Heart valve replacement or repair
Lung cancer surgery
Aortic aneurysm repair
Chest wall deformity correction
Pacemaker insertion
Thoracoscopy (keyhole chest surgery)

Hospital contact

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

Derriford Hospital, Plymouth, PL6 8DH
01752 202082
NHS Devon Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Cardiothoracic Surgery waiting time at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust?

The current average Cardiothoracic Surgery waiting time at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is about 16 weeks.

How does University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust compare to other hospitals for Cardiothoracic Surgery?

You can compare Cardiothoracic Surgery 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.