- Address
- Mile End, E1 4DG
- Run by
- Barts Health NHS Trust
- Type
- Community hospital
- Region
- London, England
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Waiting times at Barts Health NHS Trust
64% waiting under 18 weeks. 121,618 people on the list.
65% under 18 weeks. The NHS constitution standard is 92% within 18 weeks.
| Specialty | Typical wait | Under 18 weeks | People waiting | England average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gynaecology | 12 weeks | 64% | 9,077 | 14 weeks shorter |
| Gastroenterology | 14 weeks | 62% | 8,715 | 11 weeks longer |
| Orthopaedics (bones and joints) | 15 weeks | 58% | 8,683 | 14 weeks longer |
| Cardiology | 10 weeks | 78% | 8,438 | 12 weeks shorter |
| Dermatology | 14 weeks | 59% | 7,337 | 10 weeks longer |
| Ophthalmology (eyes) | 12 weeks | 69% | 6,249 | 10 weeks longer |
| Ear, nose and throat (ENT) | 19 weeks | 49% | 6,184 | 15 weeks longer |
| Urology | 14 weeks | 59% | 5,902 | 12 weeks longer |
| General surgery | 12 weeks | 65% | 4,483 | 13 weeks |
| Respiratory medicine | 10 weeks | 73% | 4,476 | 10 weeks |
| Oral surgery | 13 weeks | 60% | 3,492 | 16 weeks shorter |
| Neurology | 15 weeks | 56% | 2,916 | 13 weeks longer |
| Neurosurgery | 18 weeks | 52% | 1,467 | 13 weeks longer |
| Plastic surgery | 15 weeks | 56% | 1,397 | 14 weeks |
| Rheumatology | 9 weeks | 78% | 1,344 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Elderly medicine | 5 weeks | 93% | 167 | 7 weeks shorter |
| General medicine | 14 weeks | 60% | 63 | 10 weeks longer |
"Typical wait" is the median time people currently on the waiting list have waited so far, from referral, for consultant-led treatment. Figures cover the whole of Barts Health NHS Trust, not just this hospital. Source: NHS England Referral to Treatment (RTT) waiting times, July 2026.
Nearest private hospitals
| Private hospital | Group | CQC rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The London Independent Hospital | Circle Health Group Limited | Good | 0.0 miles |
| London Bridge Hospital | HCA Healthcare UK | Outstanding | 1.9 miles |
| Nuffield Health at St Bartholomew's Hospital | Nuffield Health | — | 2.0 miles |
| The Portland Hospital | HCA Healthcare UK | Good | 3.5 miles |
| University College Hospital Private Care | HCA Healthcare UK | Good | 3.7 miles |
Straight-line distances from the centre of this hospital's postcode district.
What it costs to go private
| Treatment | Typical self-pay price | |
|---|---|---|
| Colonoscopy | £2,000–£3,500 | Price guide → |
| Gastroscopy (upper endoscopy) | £1,400–£2,700 | Price guide → |
| Hip replacement | £13,000–£19,000 | Price guide → |
| Knee replacement | £13,500–£20,000 | Price guide → |
| Knee arthroscopy | £3,500–£6,500 | Price guide → |
| Carpal tunnel release | £1,800–£3,300 per hand | Price guide → |
UK-wide ranges from prices published by private hospitals. Ask any hospital above for a written quote.
Other NHS hospitals nearby
- Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel (under 1 mile)
- Guy's Hospital, Southwark (2 miles)
- St Thomas' Hospital, Lambeth (2 miles)
- Homerton University Hospital, Homerton (2 miles)
- King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill (3 miles)
Questions and answers
How long are NHS waiting times at Mile End Hospital?
At Barts Health NHS Trust, which runs Mile End Hospital, the typical (median) wait so far for people on the waiting list was 12 weeks across all specialties in July 2026, and 64% had waited under 18 weeks. Gynaecology had the most people waiting (9,077). These figures cover the whole of Barts Health NHS Trust, so waits at this particular hospital may differ. See waiting times by specialty →
Can I choose to be treated at Mile End Hospital?
In England you usually have a legal right to choose which hospital you're referred to for your first outpatient appointment with a consultant, if you need non-urgent treatment. Ask your GP to refer you, or use the NHS App to compare options.
Where is the nearest private hospital to Mile End Hospital?
The nearest private hospital we list is The London Independent Hospital, about less than 1 mile away by straight-line distance. There are 5 private hospitals within 40 miles on this page. See the nearest private hospitals →
Can I pay to go private instead of waiting?
Yes. You can pay for a private consultation or treatment yourself, or use health insurance if you have it and the condition started after your cover began. You can usually go back to the NHS waiting list afterwards if you want to. Our price guides show typical self-pay costs.
Hospital details come from England's NHS organisation data. Check with the hospital before you travel, as services and departments change.