NHS Cardiothoracic Surgery Referral Waiting Times in Hereford

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Updated June 2026

The typical wait to see a cardiothoracic surgeon is

6 weeks

That's 1½ months

The NHS Cardiothoracic Surgery waiting list at Wye Valley NHS Trust currently has 20 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 6 weeks from GP referral. About 8 in 10 Cardiothoracic Surgery patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Wye Valley NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the Midlands region. Waits at this hospital are about 3.8 weeks shorter than in June 2025. It's moved up 15 places in the national league for this department's; now 4 out of 30 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Jun 25Jun 26
Typical wait
6.5weeks
▼ -3.8 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
8in 10
▲ +5 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
20
No change
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
8 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
20
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
28 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer

Wait time over time

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

▼ -3.8 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 cardiothoracic surgeon is about 11 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 4th out of 30 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 1st out of 8 in Midlands

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.

County Hospital, Hereford, HR1 2ER
01432 355444
NHS Herefordshire And Worcestershire Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Cardiothoracic Surgery waiting list at Wye Valley NHS Trust?

Wye Valley NHS Trust currently has about 20 patients on its Cardiothoracic Surgery waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 6 weeks.

Does Wye Valley NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Cardiothoracic Surgery?

About 85% of Cardiothoracic Surgery patients at Wye Valley 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 Cardiothoracic Surgery 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 Cardiothoracic Surgery 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.