Gastroenterology Department Waiting Times in Shrewsbury

The Shrewsbury And Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a gastroenterologist is

12 weeks

That's nearly 3 months

The Shrewsbury And Telford Hospital NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the Midlands region. There are currently 1,718 people waiting to see a gastroenterologist, with a typical wait of about nearly 3 months. 73% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

73 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
1,718
people on the waiting list
28 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
708 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (41% 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 gastroenterologist is about 10 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 123rd out of 189 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 18th out of 31 in Midlands

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.

Mytton Oak Road, Shrewsbury, SY3 8XQ
01743 261000
NHS Shropshire, Telford And Wrekin Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Gastroenterology waiting time at The Shrewsbury And Telford Hospital NHS Trust?

The current average Gastroenterology waiting time at The Shrewsbury And Telford Hospital NHS Trust is about 12 weeks.

How does The Shrewsbury And Telford Hospital NHS Trust compare to other hospitals for Gastroenterology?

You can compare Gastroenterology 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.