NHS Gastroenterology Referral Waiting Times in Chester

Countess Of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Updated June 2026

The typical wait to see a gastroenterologist is

8 weeks

That's nearly 2 months

The NHS Gastroenterology waiting list at Countess Of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust currently has 762 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 8 weeks from GP referral. About 9 in 10 Gastroenterology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Countess Of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the North West region. Waits at this hospital are about 5.8 weeks shorter than in June 2025. It's moved up 83 places in the national league for this department's; now 59 out of 184 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Jun 25Jun 26
Typical wait
7.7weeks
▼ -5.8 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
9in 10
▲ +30.2 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
762
▼ -316
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
▼ -59
Been on the list for 12+ months
9 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
762
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
20 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
199 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Wait time over time

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

▼ -5.8 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 gastroenterologist is about 9 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 59th out of 184 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 9th out of 27 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.

Countess Of Chester Health Park, Chester, CH2 1UL
01244 365000
NHS Cheshire And Merseyside Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Gastroenterology waiting list at Countess Of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust?

Countess Of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 762 patients on its Gastroenterology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 8 weeks.

Does Countess Of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Gastroenterology?

About 88% of Gastroenterology patients at Countess Of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Gastroenterology 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 Gastroenterology 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.