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Not ratedAbout East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust is an NHS trust in the South East region, based in TN37 7PT. As of the latest data, there are 59,831 patients on the waiting list. 63.3% of patients are seen within the 18-week NHS target.
Waiting Times Overview
Median Wait
13.5 weeks
Within 18 Weeks
63.3%
Total Waiting
59,831
Over 52 Weeks
681
12-Month Trend (Median Wait)
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Waiting Times by Specialty
View all →| Trauma & Orthopaedics(national) | 76.9% | C |
| General Surgery(national) | 54.3% | F |
| ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat)(national) | 57.4% | F |
| Gynaecology(national) | 45.7% | F |
| Urology(national) | 56.3% | F |
| Other Medical(national) | 60.0% | F |
| Cardiology(national) | 62.5% | F |
| Ophthalmology(national) | 74.1% | D |
| Other Surgical(national) | 79.2% | C |
| Respiratory Medicine(national) | 56.9% | F |
| Gastroenterology(national) | 75.9% | C |
| Neurology(national) | 64.0% | F |
| Oral Surgery(national) | 49.8% | F |
| Dermatology(national) | 85.6% | A |
| Other Services(national) | 51.1% | F |
| Rheumatology(national) | 85.3% | A |
| Paediatrics(national) | 75.5% | C |
| Elderly Medicine(national) | 68.7% | D |
| General Medicine(national) | 96.4% | A+ |
A&E Performance
4-Hour Target
57.0%
Attendances
8,832
Over 12 Hours
113
A&E Trend (% within 4 hours)
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Private options near East Sussex Healthcare
Nuffield Health
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Spire Healthcare
- Cataract Surgery£2,400-£3,200
- Hernia Repair£2,500-£4,000
Costs are estimates. Verify with the provider directly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long are waiting times at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust?
As of January 2026, 63.3% of patients at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust are seen within the NHS 18-week target. There are currently 59,831 patients on the waiting list.
What is the CQC rating for East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust?
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust has not yet been individually rated by the CQC in our dataset.
Does East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust have an A&E department?
Yes. East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust A&E sees approximately 8,832 patients per month, with 57.0% seen within 4 hours.
How does East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust compare to other hospitals?
The national average is 61.4% of patients seen within 18 weeks. East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust performs above average at 63.3%.
Data sourced from NHS England (Referral to Treatment waiting times, A&E statistics) and Care Quality Commission (CQC ratings). Last updated: 2026-03-14.
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