Endoscopy waiting times in Inverness
Inverness is located in Highland, Scotland. Residents of Inverness who are referred for an endoscopy procedure typically receive their care through the local NHS trust.
About this data
Endoscopy waiting time figures on this page are published at NHS trust level, not individual hospitals. For Inverness, endoscopy services are provided by the local 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.
Endoscopy waiting times
NHS England DM01 diagnostic waiting time data covers England only. For endoscopy waiting times in Scotland, contact NHS Scotland or your local health board.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the endoscopy waiting time in Inverness?
Endoscopy waiting time data for Inverness is not currently available. Contact the local NHS trust or your GP for current estimates.
Which NHS trust provides endoscopy services for Inverness?
Residents of Inverness typically receive endoscopy procedures through the local NHS trust. This trust may operate endoscopy suites at one or more hospital sites in the area.
Do people from Inverness have to travel for an endoscopy?
Endoscopy procedures for Inverness residents are provided by the local 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 Inverness 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 the local 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.
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