NHS Gastroenterology Referral Waiting Times in Bolton

Beaumont Hospital

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a gastroenterologist is

29 weeks

That's nearly 7 months

Beaumont Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the North West region. There are currently 105 people waiting to see a gastroenterologist, with a typical wait of about nearly 7 months. About 3 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks. That's the NHS target.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
29.2weeks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
3in 10
▼ -72.4 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
105
▲ +96
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
3 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
105
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
38 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
24 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Wait time over time

Median wait and % seen within 18 weeks 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.

How does this compare?

The national average wait to see a gastroenterologist is about 10 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 191st out of 191 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 29th out of 29 in North West

What does Gastroenterology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Endoscopy and colonoscopy
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Crohn's disease
Ulcerative colitis
Coeliac disease
Acid reflux (GORD)
Liver disease
Gallstone investigation
Barrett's oesophagus monitoring
Bowel polyp surveillance

Hospital contact

Main hospital switchboard. ask to be connected to the department.

Chorley New Road, Bolton, BL6 4LA
01204 404499
NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Gastroenterology waiting time at Beaumont Hospital?

The current average Gastroenterology waiting time at Beaumont Hospital is about 29 weeks.

How does Beaumont Hospital compare to other hospitals for Gastroenterology?

You can compare Gastroenterology waiting times across all NHS hospitals on WaitRadar to find shorter waits near you.

Can I choose which hospital I'm referred to?

Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England have the right to choose which hospital they are referred to for a first outpatient appointment. Discuss your options with your GP.

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