Gynaecology Department Waiting Times in London

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a gynaecologist is

15 weeks

That's just over 3 months

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the London region. There are currently 8,234 people waiting to see a gynaecologist, with a typical wait of about just over 3 months. 62% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

62 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
8,234
people on the waiting list
38 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
92 people
have been waiting over a year
1,002 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (12% of the list)

Long waiter breakdown

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

89waiting 1–1.25 years (52–65 weeks)
3waiting 1.25–1.5 years (65–78 weeks)

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 14 weeks. This hospital is about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 102nd out of 187 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 16th out of 27 in London

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.

Denmark Hill, London, SE5 9RS
020 3299 9000
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NHS South East London Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Gynaecology waiting time at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust?

The current average Gynaecology waiting time at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is about 15 weeks.

How does King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust compare to other hospitals for Gynaecology?

You can compare Gynaecology waiting times across all NHS hospitals on WaitRadar to find shorter waits near you.

Can I choose which hospital I'm referred to?

Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England have the right to choose which hospital they are referred to for a first outpatient appointment. Discuss your options with your GP.

Source: NHS England RTT statistics — about our methodology

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