Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust NHS Waiting Times

NHS Foundation Trust North East and Yorkshire Updated December 2025

Across all departments, most patients wait about 10 weeks

That's roughly just over 2 months. 81 out of 100 patients are seen within 18 weeks.

Hospital details

Address North Tyneside General Hospital, Rake Lane, North Shields, NE29 8NH
Phone 0344 811 8111
Integrated Care Board NHS North East And North Cumbria Integrated Care Board
Established 1998

Formerly known as

This trust was formed from or previously known as:

Cheviot And Wansbeck NHS TrustNorth Tyneside Health Care NHS TrustHexham General HospitalNorthumberland Community Health NHS Trust

Department waiting times

Cardiology

8 weeks
93% within 18 weeks

Geriatric Medicine

4 weeks
99% within 18 weeks

Gastroenterology

9 weeks
98% within 18 weeks

General Medicine

6 weeks
99% within 18 weeks

General Surgery

9 weeks
89% within 18 weeks

Gynaecology

10 weeks
84% within 18 weeks

Oral & Dental Surgery

22 weeks
42% within 18 weeks

Mental Health

5 weeks
96% within 18 weeks

Paediatrics

6 weeks
98% within 18 weeks

Plastic Surgery

11 weeks
71% within 18 weeks

Respiratory Medicine

8 weeks
97% within 18 weeks

Rheumatology

8 weeks
88% within 18 weeks

Trauma & Orthopaedics

12 weeks
68% within 18 weeks

Urology

8 weeks
92% within 18 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the average wait at Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust?

The average waiting time across all departments at Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is about 10 weeks.

How do I contact Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust?

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 0344 811 8111. Ask to be connected to the relevant department.

Can I choose to be referred to this hospital?

Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England have the right to choose which hospital they are referred to. Discuss your options with your GP.

Source: NHS England RTT statistics — about our methodology