Gynaecology Department Waiting Times in Sutton-in-ashfield

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a gynaecologist is

15 weeks

That's 3½ months

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the Midlands region. There are currently 3,349 people waiting to see a gynaecologist, with a typical wait of about 3½ months. 59% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

59 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
3,349
people on the waiting list
42 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
50 people
have been waiting over a year
757 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (23% 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 106th out of 187 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 18th out of 33 in Midlands

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.

Kings Mill Hospital, Sutton-in-ashfield, NG17 4JL
01623 622515
NHS Nottingham And Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Gynaecology waiting time at Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

The current average Gynaecology waiting time at Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is about 15 weeks.

How does Sherwood Forest Hospitals 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.