General Medicine Department Waiting Times in Shrewsbury

The Shrewsbury And Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a consultant is

14 weeks

That's 3 months

The Shrewsbury And Telford Hospital NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the Midlands region. There are currently 1,695 people waiting to see a consultant, 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
1,695
people on the waiting list
36 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
58 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (3% 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 consultant is about 10 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 68th out of 86 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 10th out of 13 in Midlands

What does General Medicine cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Complex diagnostic investigations
Chronic disease management
Unexplained weight loss
Fatigue investigation
Fever of unknown origin
Anaemia workup
Diabetes management
Hypertension review

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 General Medicine waiting time at The Shrewsbury And Telford Hospital NHS Trust?

The current average General Medicine waiting time at The Shrewsbury And Telford Hospital NHS Trust is about 14 weeks.

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

You can compare General Medicine 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.