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NHS Gynaecology Referral Waiting Times in Canterbury

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Updated August 2026

The typical wait to see a gynaecologist is

16 weeks

That's nearly 4 months

The NHS Gynaecology waiting list at East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust currently has 7,107 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 16 weeks from GP referral. About 5 in 10 Gynaecology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 87 have been waiting over a year. East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the South East region. Waits at this hospital are about 1.5 weeks longer than in August 2025. It's slipped down 45 places in the national league for this department's; now 149 out of 182 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Aug 25→Aug 26
Typical wait
16.3weeks
▲ +1.5 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
5in 10
▼ -3.8 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
7.1k
▲ +1.3k
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
87
▲ +58
Been on the list for 12+ months
5 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
7,107
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
42 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
87 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
373 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Long waiter breakdown

Of those waiting over a year, here's how long they've been waiting:

85waiting 1 to 1.25 years (52 to 65 weeks)
2waiting 1.25 to 1.5 years (65 to 78 weeks)

Wait time over time

Median wait for this department, with the national average as a dashed line.

▲ +1.5 wks

How long are people waiting?

Distribution of patients by how many weeks they've been on the waiting list.

How does this compare?

The national average wait to see a gynaecologist is about 13 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 149th out of 182 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 23rd out of 28 in South East

What does Gynaecology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Heavy or painful periods
Endometriosis
Fibroids
Ovarian cysts
Pelvic pain investigation
Prolapse treatment
Cervical screening follow-up
Hysteroscopy
Menopause management
Fertility investigations

Hospital contact

Main hospital switchboard. ask to be connected to the department.

Kent & Canterbury Hospital, Canterbury, CT1 3NG
01227 766877
NHS Kent And Medway Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Gynaecology waiting list at East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust?

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 7,107 patients on its Gynaecology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 16 weeks.

Does East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Gynaecology?

About 54% of Gynaecology patients at East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Gynaecology wait is too long?

Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England can ask their GP to refer them to any hospital that provides NHS care. Use WaitRadar to compare Gynaecology waiting times at other NHS hospitals near you before accepting a referral.

This is informational data, not medical advice. Always discuss referral options with your GP. Full disclaimer.