NHS Gastroenterology Referral Waiting Times in St. Helens

Fairfield Independent Hospital

Updated April 2026

The typical wait to see a gastroenterologist is

10 weeks

That's just over 2 months

The NHS Gastroenterology waiting list at Fairfield Independent Hospital currently has 125 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 10 weeks from GP referral. About 9 in 10 Gastroenterology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 1 have been waiting over a year. Fairfield Independent Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the North West region. Waits at this hospital are about 1.4 week shorter than in April 2025. It's moved up 9 places in the national league for this department's; now 96 out of 188 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Apr 25Apr 26
Typical wait
9.6weeks
▼ -1.4 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
9in 10
▼ -1.2 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
125
▼ -34
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
1
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
9 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
125
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
24 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
1 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
26 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.

▼ -1.4 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 10 weeks. This hospital is about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 96th out of 188 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 16th 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.

Crank Road, St. Helens, WA11 7RS
NHS Cheshire And Merseyside Integrated Care Board

Patient experiences

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Gastroenterology waiting list at Fairfield Independent Hospital?

Fairfield Independent Hospital currently has about 125 patients on its Gastroenterology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 10 weeks.

Does Fairfield Independent Hospital meet the NHS 18-week target for Gastroenterology?

About 86% of Gastroenterology patients at Fairfield Independent Hospital 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.