NHS Gastroenterology Referral Waiting Times in North Shields

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Updated April 2026

The typical wait to see a gastroenterologist is

8 weeks

That's 2 months

The NHS Gastroenterology waiting list at Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust currently has 1,478 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 8 weeks from GP referral. About 10 in 10 Gastroenterology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the North East and Yorkshire region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since April 2025. It's slipped down 8 places in the national league for this department's; now 72 out of 188 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Apr 25Apr 26
Typical wait
8.3weeks
No change
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
10in 10
▲ +1 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
1.5k
▼ -34
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
10 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
1,478
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
16 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
300 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

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 10 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 72nd out of 188 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 17th 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.

North Tyneside General Hospital, North Shields, NE29 8NH
0344 811 8111
NHS North East And North Cumbria Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Gastroenterology waiting list at Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust?

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 1,478 patients on its Gastroenterology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 8 weeks.

Does Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Gastroenterology?

About 98% of Gastroenterology patients at Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation 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.