Hospital Episode Statistics

Hospital Episode Statistics (HES) is a comprehensive database that records details about all hospital stays, outpatient appointments, and accident and emergency visits in the UK. It captures information such as patient demographics, diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes, helping healthcare providers and policymakers monitor hospital performance, analyze healthcare trends, and improve patient care. By collecting standardized data from NHS hospitals, HES ensures transparency, supports research, and aids in planning healthcare services to better meet patient needs.