Geriatric Medicine Department Waiting Times in St. Leonards-on-sea

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a geriatrician is

8 weeks

That's 2 months

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the South East region. There are currently 187 people waiting to see a geriatrician, with a typical wait of about 2 months. 76% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

76 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
187
people on the waiting list
26 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
1 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (1% of the list)

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 geriatrician is about 8 weeks. This hospital is about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 71st out of 114 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 13th out of 17 in South East

What does Geriatric Medicine cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Falls assessment and prevention
Dementia assessment
Frailty management
Mobility problems
Medication review
Delirium investigation
Osteoporosis
Continence assessment
End-of-life care planning

Hospital contact

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

St Annes House, St. Leonards-on-sea, TN37 7PT
01424 755255
NHS Sussex Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Geriatric Medicine waiting time at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust?

The current average Geriatric Medicine waiting time at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust is about 8 weeks.

How does East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust compare to other hospitals for Geriatric Medicine?

You can compare Geriatric Medicine 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.