NHS Gynaecology Referral Waiting Times in Sutton Coldfield

Spire Little Aston Hospital

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 Spire Little Aston Hospital currently has 76 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). Spire Little Aston Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the Midlands region. Waits at this hospital are about 5.7 weeks longer than in April 2025. It's slipped down 106 places in the national league for this department's; now 130 out of 187 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Apr 25Apr 26
Typical wait
14.6weeks
▲ +5.7 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
6in 10
▼ -21.9 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
76
▼ -86
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
6 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
76
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
29 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
7 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Wait time over time

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

▲ +5.7 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 130th out of 187 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 22nd out of 34 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.

Little Aston Hall Drive, Sutton Coldfield, B74 3UP
0121 353 2444
NHS Staffordshire And Stoke-on-trent Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Gynaecology waiting list at Spire Little Aston Hospital?

Spire Little Aston Hospital currently has about 76 patients on its Gynaecology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 15 weeks.

Does Spire Little Aston Hospital meet the NHS 18-week target for Gynaecology?

About 64% of Gynaecology patients at Spire Little Aston Hospital 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.