NHS Gynaecology Referral Waiting Times in Taunton

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Updated April 2026

The typical wait to see a gynaecologist is

15 weeks

That's just over 3 months

The NHS Gynaecology waiting list at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust currently has 3,745 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 15 weeks from GP referral. About 6 in 10 Gynaecology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 73 have been waiting over a year. Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the South West region. Waits at this hospital are about 0.9 week shorter than in April 2025. It's slipped down 3 places in the national league for this department's; now 131 out of 187 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Apr 25Apr 26
Typical wait
14.6weeks
▼ -0.9 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
6in 10
▲ +2.8 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
3.7k
No change
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
73
▼ -40
Been on the list for 12+ months
6 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
3,745
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
42 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
73 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
899 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Long waiter breakdown

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

72waiting 1 to 1.25 years (52 to 65 weeks)
1waiting 1.25 to 1.5 years (65 to 78 weeks)

Wait time over time

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

▼ -0.9 wks

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 slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 131st out of 187 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 15th out of 20 in South 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.

Trust Management, Taunton, TA1 5DA
01278 432000
NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Gynaecology waiting list at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust?

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 3,745 patients on its Gynaecology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 15 weeks.

Does Somerset NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Gynaecology?

About 57% of Gynaecology patients at Somerset NHS Foundation 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.