Gastroenterology Department Waiting Times in Great Yarmouth

James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a gastroenterologist is

18 weeks

That's 4 months

James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the East of England region. There are currently 2,129 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
2,129
people on the waiting list
53 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
179 people
have been waiting over a year
128 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (6% of the list)

Long waiter breakdown

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

174waiting 1–1.25 years (52–65 weeks)
3waiting 1.25–1.5 years (65–78 weeks)
2waiting over 1.5 years (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 176th out of 189 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 18th out of 20 in East of England

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.

Lowestoft Road, Great Yarmouth, NR31 6LA
01493 452452
NHS Norfolk And Waveney Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Gastroenterology waiting time at James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

The current average Gastroenterology waiting time at James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is about 18 weeks.

How does James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation 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.