Gynaecology Department Waiting Times in Salford

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a gynaecologist is

16 weeks

That's nearly 4 months

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the North West region. There are currently 9,531 people waiting to see a gynaecologist, with a typical wait of about nearly 4 months. 55% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

55 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
9,531
people on the waiting list
48 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
488 people
have been waiting over a year
2,260 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (24% of the list)

Long waiter breakdown

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

483waiting 1–1.25 years (52–65 weeks)
5waiting 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 125th out of 187 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 13th out of 25 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.

Salford Royal, Salford, M6 8HD
0161 789 7373
NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Gynaecology waiting time at Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust?

The current average Gynaecology waiting time at Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust is about 16 weeks.

How does Northern Care Alliance 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.

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