NHS Gastroenterology Referral Waiting Times in St. Helens

Fairfield Independent Hospital

Updated June 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 132 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 10 weeks from GP referral. About 8 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 haven't really changed since June 2025. It's slipped down 24 places in the national league for this department's; now 109 out of 184 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Jun 25Jun 26
Typical wait
10weeks
▲ +0.4 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
8in 10
▼ -5.4 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
132
No change
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
1
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
8 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
132
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
26 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
18 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Long waiter breakdown

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

1waiting 1.25 to 1.5 years (65 to 78 weeks)

Wait time over time

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

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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 about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 109th out of 184 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 16th 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.

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 132 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 82% 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.