General Surgery Department Waiting Times in Shrewsbury

Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a general surgeon is

14 weeks

That's 3 months

Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the Midlands region. There are currently 23 people waiting to see a general surgeon, with a typical wait of about 3 months. 61% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

61 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
23
people on the waiting list
48 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
1 people
have been waiting over a year

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 about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 178th out of 267 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 33rd out of 47 in Midlands

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.

Mount Mckinley, Shrewsbury, SY2 6FG
01743 277500
NHS Shropshire, Telford And Wrekin Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the General Surgery waiting time at Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust?

The current average General Surgery waiting time at Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust is about 14 weeks.

How does Shropshire Community Health NHS 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.