Gastroenterology Department Waiting Times in Hull

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a gastroenterologist is

18 weeks

That's 4 months

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the North East and Yorkshire region. There are currently 3,366 people waiting to see a gastroenterologist, with a typical wait of about 4 months. 50% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

50 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
3,366
people on the waiting list
49 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
195 people
have been waiting over a year
339 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (10% of the list)

Long waiter breakdown

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

172waiting 1–1.25 years (52–65 weeks)
23waiting 1.25–1.5 years (65–78 weeks)

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 slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 175th out of 189 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 25th out of 27 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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The current average Gastroenterology waiting time at Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is about 18 weeks.

How does Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust compare to other hospitals for Gastroenterology?

You can compare Gastroenterology 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.