Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
East of England · CB2 0QQ
www.cambridgeuniversityhospitals.nhs.ukWait Score
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Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS trust in the East of England region, based in CB2 0QQ. As of the latest data, there are 59,877 patients on the waiting list. 59.8% of patients are seen within the 18-week NHS target.
Waiting Times Overview
Median Wait
14.5 weeks
Within 18 Weeks
59.8%
Total Waiting
59,877
Over 52 Weeks
1,597
12-Month Trend (Median Wait)
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Waiting Times by Specialty
View all →| Other Medical(national) | 78.2% | C |
| Gynaecology(national) | 47.7% | F |
| Trauma & Orthopaedics(national) | 54.6% | F |
| Ophthalmology(national) | 59.3% | F |
| Paediatrics(national) | 60.1% | F |
| Other Surgical(national) | 71.8% | D |
| ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat)(national) | 40.4% | F |
| Oral Surgery(national) | 41.2% | F |
| Dermatology(national) | 55.7% | F |
| Cardiology(national) | 44.6% | F |
| Urology(national) | 62.0% | F |
| Plastic Surgery(national) | 60.0% | F |
| Gastroenterology(national) | 83.8% | B |
| Rheumatology(national) | 77.1% | C |
| Neurology(national) | 67.3% | D |
| Neurosurgery(national) | 65.6% | D |
| General Surgery(national) | 50.7% | F |
| Other Services(national) | 73.7% | D |
| General Medicine(national) | 39.9% | F |
| Respiratory Medicine(national) | 91.6% | A+ |
| Elderly Medicine(national) | 91.1% | A+ |
| Mental Health(national) | 50.0% | F |
A&E Performance
4-Hour Target
54.7%
Attendances
10,319
Over 12 Hours
558
A&E Trend (% within 4 hours)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long are waiting times at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?
As of January 2026, 59.8% of patients at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are seen within the NHS 18-week target. There are currently 59,877 patients on the waiting list.
What is the CQC rating for Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has not yet been individually rated by the CQC in our dataset.
Does Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust have an A&E department?
Yes. Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust A&E sees approximately 10,319 patients per month, with 54.7% seen within 4 hours.
How does Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust compare to other hospitals?
The national average is 61.4% of patients seen within 18 weeks. Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust performs below average at 59.8%.
Data sourced from NHS England (Referral to Treatment waiting times, A&E statistics) and Care Quality Commission (CQC ratings). Last updated: 2026-03-14.
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