General Surgery Department Waiting Times in North Shields

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a general surgeon is

9 weeks

That's 2 months

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the North East and Yorkshire region. There are currently 6,020 people waiting to see a general surgeon, with a typical wait of about 2 months. 89% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

89 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
6,020
people on the waiting list
22 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
1,324 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (22% of the list)

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 general surgeon is about 13 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 79th out of 267 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 11th out of 37 in North East and Yorkshire

What does General Surgery cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Hernia repair
Gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy)
Appendix removal
Bowel surgery
Thyroid surgery
Haemorrhoid treatment
Varicose vein surgery
Abscess drainage
Lipoma removal

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the General Surgery waiting time at Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust?

The current average General Surgery waiting time at Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is about 9 weeks.

How does Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust compare to other hospitals for General Surgery?

You can compare General Surgery 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.