NHS Gastroenterology Referral Waiting Times in Hull

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Updated June 2026

The typical wait to see a gastroenterologist is

17 weeks

That's 4 months

The NHS Gastroenterology waiting list at Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust currently has 3,180 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 17 weeks from GP referral. About 5 in 10 Gastroenterology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 97 have been waiting over a year. Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the North East and Yorkshire region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since June 2025. It's slipped down 7 places in the national league for this department's; now 179 out of 184 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Jun 25Jun 26
Typical wait
17weeks
No change
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
5in 10
▲ +0.7 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
3.2k
▼ -418
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
97
▼ -61
Been on the list for 12+ months
5 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
3,180
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
43 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
97 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
272 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:

95waiting 1 to 1.25 years (52 to 65 weeks)
2waiting 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.

No change

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 slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 179th out of 184 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 27th out of 28 in North East and Yorkshire

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.

Hull Royal Infirmary, Hull, HU3 2JZ
01482 875875
NHS Humber And North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Gastroenterology waiting list at Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust?

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust currently has about 3,180 patients on its Gastroenterology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 17 weeks.

Does Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Gastroenterology?

About 52% of Gastroenterology patients at Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust 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.