NHS Gynaecology Referral Waiting Times in Shrewsbury

Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a gynaecologist is

13 weeks

That's 3 months

The NHS Gynaecology waiting list at Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust currently has 114 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 13 weeks from GP referral. About 8 in 10 Gynaecology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the Midlands region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since February 2025. It's slipped down 4 places in the national league for this department's; now 61 out of 186 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
12.6weeks
No change
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
8in 10
▲ +4.6 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
114
▼ -31
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
8 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
114
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
27 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer

Wait time over time

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

No change

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 faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 61st out of 186 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 5th 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.

Mount Mckinley, Shrewsbury, SY2 6FG
01743 277500
NHS Shropshire, Telford And Wrekin Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Gynaecology waiting list at Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust?

Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust currently has about 114 patients on its Gynaecology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 13 weeks.

Does Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Gynaecology?

About 76% of Gynaecology patients at Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust 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.