⚠️ NOT FOR EMERGENCIES. This service is for administrative inquiries only. If in danger, dial 999 immediately.
King's College Hospital
King's College Hospital's Cardiology department offers several services via phone, including booking, rescheduling, or canceling outpatient appointments. Patients can also make general enquiries about cardiology services, procedures, and referrals. While emergency cardiac care information is available, it is advised to use the hospital's emergency line for urgent cases. Typically, calls should be made during operating hours, and having your NHS number and personal details ready can expedite the process. Known wait times can be long, especially during peak hours, so calling early in the day is recommended.
Updated 15 Dec 2025
Expected outcomes
- Book outpatient appointments
- Reschedule appointments
- Cancel appointments
- Enquire about cardiology services
- Receive referral information
- Get emergency care advice
Call preparation
Assemble everything before you dial. These requirements are verified by our call analysts and updated as organizations change their scripts.
- NHS number
- Personal details
- Appointment reference
- Preferred date/time
- Specific enquiry
- Symptoms
Known issues
Patients often experience long wait times when calling the cardiology department, particularly during peak hours. To mitigate this, it is advisable to call early in the day or outside of peak times. Additionally, securing timely outpatient appointments can be challenging due to high demand. Patients are encouraged to request being added to a cancellation list or seek assistance from their GP for urgent cases. For emergency cardiac care, it is crucial to use the hospital's dedicated emergency line rather than the outpatient number.
