NHS Gastroenterology Referral Waiting Times in Guildford

Mount Alvernia Hospital

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a gastroenterologist is

5 weeks

That's 1 month

Mount Alvernia Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the South East region. There are currently 26 people waiting to see a gastroenterologist, with a typical wait of about 1 month. About 9 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks. That's the NHS target.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
4.7weeks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
9in 10
▼ -5.7 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
26
No change
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
9 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
26
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
21 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
17 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Wait time over time

Median wait and % seen within 18 weeks for this department, with the national average as a dashed line.

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 faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 27th out of 191 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 7th out of 31 in South East

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.

46 Harvey Road, Guildford, GU1 3LX
NHS Surrey Heartlands Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Gastroenterology waiting time at Mount Alvernia Hospital?

The current average Gastroenterology waiting time at Mount Alvernia Hospital is about 5 weeks.

How does Mount Alvernia Hospital 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.