East Suffolk And North Essex NHS Foundation Trust NHS Waiting Times

NHS Foundation Trust East of England Updated December 2025

Across all departments, most patients wait about 16 weeks

That's roughly nearly 4 months. 54 out of 100 patients are seen within 18 weeks.

Hospital details

Address Colchester Dist General Hospital, Turner Road, Colchester, CO4 5JL
Phone 01206 747474
Integrated Care Board NHS Suffolk And North East Essex Integrated Care Board
Established 1992

Formerly known as

This trust was formed from or previously known as:

Ipswich Hospital NHS TrustNorth East Essex Acute UnitNorth East Essex Community Unit Central Clinic

Department waiting times

Cardiology

11 weeks
72% within 18 weeks

Dermatology

14 weeks
62% within 18 weeks

Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)

20 weeks
45% within 18 weeks

Geriatric Medicine

8 weeks
93% within 18 weeks

Gastroenterology

12 weeks
64% within 18 weeks

General Medicine

16 weeks
54% within 18 weeks

General Surgery

23 weeks
39% within 18 weeks

Gynaecology

18 weeks
50% within 18 weeks

Neurology

17 weeks
54% within 18 weeks

Ophthalmology (Eye Care)

14 weeks
61% within 18 weeks

Oral & Dental Surgery

19 weeks
49% within 18 weeks

Paediatrics

10 weeks
77% within 18 weeks

Plastic Surgery

15 weeks
55% within 18 weeks

Respiratory Medicine

18 weeks
50% within 18 weeks

Rheumatology

15 weeks
59% within 18 weeks

Trauma & Orthopaedics

21 weeks
44% within 18 weeks

Urology

16 weeks
54% within 18 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the average wait at East Suffolk And North Essex NHS Foundation Trust?

The average waiting time across all departments at East Suffolk And North Essex NHS Foundation Trust is about 16 weeks.

How do I contact East Suffolk And North Essex NHS Foundation Trust?

East Suffolk And North Essex NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01206 747474. Ask to be connected to the relevant department.

Can I choose to be referred to this hospital?

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

Source: NHS England RTT statistics — about our methodology