NHS General Surgery Referral Waiting Times in Gillingham

Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre - Gillingham

Updated April 2026

The typical wait to see a general surgeon is

6 weeks

That's just over 1 month

The NHS General Surgery waiting list at Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre - Gillingham currently has 264 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 6 weeks from GP referral. About 9 in 10 General Surgery patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre - Gillingham is an Independent Sector provider in the South East region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since April 2025. It's moved up 13 places in the national league for this department's; now 19 out of 267 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Apr 25Apr 26
Typical wait
6weeks
No change
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
9in 10
▲ +4.1 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
264
▼ -23
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
▼ -12
Been on the list for 12+ months
9 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
264
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
19 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
115 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 general surgeon is about 12 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 19th out of 267 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 7th out of 46 in South East

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.

Godden Way, Gillingham, ME8 6AD
NHS Kent And Medway Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS General Surgery waiting list at Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre - Gillingham?

Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre - Gillingham currently has about 264 patients on its General Surgery waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 6 weeks.

Does Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre - Gillingham meet the NHS 18-week target for General Surgery?

About 91% of General Surgery patients at Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre - Gillingham are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the General Surgery 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 General Surgery 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.