NHS Gynaecology Referral Waiting Times in Lancaster

Lancaster Private Hospital

Updated June 2026

The typical wait to see a gynaecologist is

5 weeks

That's just over 1 month

The NHS Gynaecology waiting list at Lancaster Private Hospital currently has 53 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 5 weeks from GP referral. About 10 in 10 Gynaecology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Lancaster Private Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the North West region.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Jun 25Jun 26
Typical wait
5.3weeks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
10in 10
▲ +100 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
53
▲ +53
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
10 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
53
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
10 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
9 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Wait time over time

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

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 faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 9th out of 187 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 2nd out of 26 in North West

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.

Meadowside, Lancaster, LA1 3RH
NHS Lancashire And South Cumbria Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Gynaecology waiting list at Lancaster Private Hospital?

Lancaster Private Hospital currently has about 53 patients on its Gynaecology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 5 weeks.

Does Lancaster Private Hospital meet the NHS 18-week target for Gynaecology?

About 100% of Gynaecology patients at Lancaster Private Hospital 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.