University Hospital of Wales Emergency Department
NHSWales support
The Emergency Department (ED/A&E) at University Hospital of Wales (Heath) is the largest in Wales, open 24 hours a day for life-threatening and serious emergencies including major trauma, cardiac events, and severe injuries.
Cardiff-wide
Last verified 8 July 2026
Services offered
Emergency CareA And ETrauma
Languages served
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Areas covered
Cardiff-wideCardiff and ValeHeath
Who can use this service
Anyone with a life-threatening or serious emergency. For less urgent needs use NHS 111, UTC, or GP.
What to expect
Cost
Free
Typical wait
4-hour target to be seen, treated and admitted/discharged; may be longer at peak times
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