Gastroenterology Department Waiting Times in Leicester

University Hospitals Of Leicester NHS Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a gastroenterologist is

15 weeks

That's 3½ months

University Hospitals Of Leicester NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the Midlands region. There are currently 6,701 people waiting to see a gastroenterologist, with a typical wait of about 3½ months. 56% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

56 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
6,701
people on the waiting list
42 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
78 people
have been waiting over a year
197 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (3% of the list)

Long waiter breakdown

Of those waiting over a year, here's how long they've been waiting:

76waiting 1–1.25 years (52–65 weeks)
2waiting 1.25–1.5 years (65–78 weeks)

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 163rd out of 189 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 28th 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.

Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester, LE1 5WW
0300 303 1573
NHS Leicester, Leicestershire And Rutland Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Gastroenterology waiting time at University Hospitals Of Leicester NHS Trust?

The current average Gastroenterology waiting time at University Hospitals Of Leicester NHS Trust is about 15 weeks.

How does University Hospitals Of Leicester 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.