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NHS Gastroenterology Referral Waiting Times in Hitchin

Pinehill Hospital

Updated August 2026

The typical wait to see a gastroenterologist is

4 weeks

That's 1 month

The NHS Gastroenterology waiting list at Pinehill Hospital currently has 60 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 4 weeks from GP referral. About 8 in 10 Gastroenterology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Pinehill Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the East of England region. Waits at this hospital are about 1.2 week longer than in August 2025. It's slipped down 8 places in the national league for this department's; now 18 out of 184 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Aug 25→Aug 26
Typical wait
4.3weeks
▲ +1.2 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
8in 10
▼ -15 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
60
No change
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
8 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
60
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
22 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
29 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.

▲ +1.2 wks

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

Hospital ranking

Ranked 18th out of 184 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 1st 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.

Benslow Lane, Hitchin, SG4 9QZ
NHS Hertfordshire And West Essex Integrated Care Board

Patient experiences

People who used this department at this hospital.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Gastroenterology waiting list at Pinehill Hospital?

Pinehill Hospital currently has about 60 patients on its Gastroenterology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 4 weeks.

Does Pinehill Hospital meet the NHS 18-week target for Gastroenterology?

About 83% of Gastroenterology patients at Pinehill Hospital 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.