NHS General Medicine Referral Waiting Times in Watford

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Updated June 2026

The NHS General Medicine waiting list at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust currently has 9 patients waiting. About 10 in 10 General Medicine patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the East of England region.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Jun 25→Jun 26
Typical wait
-
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
10in 10
▲ +1 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
9
▼ -280
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
10 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
9
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list

Wait time over time

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

How long are people waiting?

Distribution of patients by how many weeks they've been on the waiting list.

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

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Trust Offices, Watford, WD18 0HB
01923 244366
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NHS Hertfordshire And West Essex Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS General Medicine waiting list at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust?

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust currently has about 9 patients on its General Medicine waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around varies weeks.

Does West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for General Medicine?

About 100% of General Medicine patients at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the General 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 General Medicine waiting times at other NHS hospitals near you before accepting a referral.

Source: NHS England RTT statistics. about our methodology

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