Gastroenterology Department Waiting Times in Canterbury

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a gastroenterologist is

19 weeks

That's just over 4 months

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the South East region. There are currently 3,584 people waiting to see a gastroenterologist, with a typical wait of about just over 4 months. 47% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

47 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
3,584
people on the waiting list
46 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
121 people
have been waiting over a year
9 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (0% of the list)

Long waiter breakdown

Of those waiting over a year, here's how long they've been waiting:

115waiting 1–1.25 years (52–65 weeks)
4waiting 1.25–1.5 years (65–78 weeks)
2waiting over 1.5 years (78+ weeks)

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 179th out of 189 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 28th out of 30 in South East

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.

Kent & Canterbury Hospital, Canterbury, CT1 3NG
01227 766877
NHS Kent And Medway Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Gastroenterology waiting time at East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust?

The current average Gastroenterology waiting time at East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is about 19 weeks.

How does East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust 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.