Endoscopy waiting times in Maidstone
Maidstone is located in Kent, England. Residents of Maidstone who are referred for an endoscopy procedure typically receive their care through MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST.
About this data
Endoscopy waiting time figures on this page are published at NHS trust level, not individual hospitals. For Maidstone, endoscopy services are provided by MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST, and the figures shown reflect all endoscopy patients waiting within this trust.
These figures do not show individual hospital-site waiting times and cannot predict how long a specific patient will wait.
Current endoscopy waiting times
| Total patients waiting for endoscopy | 1,242 |
|---|---|
| Patients waiting over 6 weeks | 238 |
| Percentage waiting over 6 weeks | 19.2% |
| Patients waiting 13 weeks or more | 59 |
| Reporting period | November 2025 |
| NHS trust | MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST |
Summary: Based on published NHS trust-level data, most patients are waiting under 6 weeks for an endoscopy.
What this means for patients in Maidstone
The figures above show how many patients are currently waiting for an endoscopy at MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST. These are threshold-based counts, showing the number of patients in different waiting bands at the end of the reporting period.
Endoscopy waiting times can vary depending on local demand, available capacity for procedures, and staffing. Your individual wait may be shorter or longer than these figures suggest, depending on the clinical urgency of your referral.
Urgent referrals (for example, those on a two-week-wait pathway where cancer is suspected) are prioritised and typically seen faster than routine referrals. If you have concerns about your wait, contact your GP or the hospital's booking team.
How endoscopy referrals work for residents of Maidstone
Endoscopy procedures are typically arranged following a referral from your GP or a hospital consultant. Once referred, you will be added to the waiting list at MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST (or another provider if you exercise patient choice).
The trust may offer endoscopy appointments at different hospital sites within their area. Depending on availability and the specific type of endoscopy required (such as gastroscopy or colonoscopy), you may be offered an appointment at a location that is not your nearest hospital.
If you have specific requirements or constraints (mobility, transport, sedation preferences), discuss these with the booking team when arranging your appointment.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the endoscopy waiting time in Maidstone?
Endoscopy waiting times in Maidstone depend on the current demand at MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST. The data shown on this page reflects the number of patients waiting at different time thresholds (under 6 weeks, over 6 weeks, and 13+ weeks) as of November 2025. Exact individual waiting times depend on clinical urgency and appointment availability.
Which NHS trust provides endoscopy services for Maidstone?
Residents of Maidstone typically receive endoscopy procedures through MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST. This trust may operate endoscopy suites at one or more hospital sites in the area.
Do people from Maidstone have to travel for an endoscopy?
Endoscopy procedures for Maidstone residents are provided by MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST, which may have endoscopy facilities at multiple hospital sites. Patients may be offered appointments at different locations within the trust area depending on availability and the type of endoscopy required.
Why are endoscopy waits different in nearby towns?
Endoscopy waiting times can vary between towns because different NHS trusts manage their own diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy services. Factors include local demand, equipment capacity, staffing levels, and referral volumes. Towns served by the same NHS trust will generally have similar waiting times.
Can patients from Maidstone choose where to have their endoscopy?
Under NHS patient choice, patients may be able to choose an alternative provider for their endoscopy procedure. Discuss options with your GP or the referring clinician. Wait times at other providers may differ from those at MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST.
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Data sources
Endoscopy waiting time data is sourced from the NHS England DM01 Diagnostic Waiting Times and Activity dataset, published monthly under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Data shown is from the November 2025 reporting period.
Important: This page provides general information about endoscopy waiting times and does not constitute medical advice. Individual waiting times depend on clinical urgency and local factors. Contact your GP or the hospital for advice about your specific situation.
Last updated: January 2026