Gynaecology Department Waiting Times in Leeds

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a gynaecologist is

15 weeks

That's 3½ months

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the North East and Yorkshire region. There are currently 10,391 people waiting to see a gynaecologist, with a typical wait of about 3½ months. 56% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

56 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
10,391
people on the waiting list
44 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
208 people
have been waiting over a year
507 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (5% of the list)

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 107th out of 187 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 22nd out of 30 in North East and Yorkshire

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.

St. James's University Hospital, Leeds, LS9 7TF
0113 243 3144
NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Gynaecology waiting time at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust?

The current average Gynaecology waiting time at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is about 15 weeks.

How does Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS 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.

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