NHS Gynaecology Referral Waiting Times in King's Lynn

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King's Lynn, NHS Foundation Trust

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a gynaecologist is

15 weeks

That's 3½ months

The NHS Gynaecology waiting list at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King's Lynn, NHS Foundation Trust currently has 1,587 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). 21 have been waiting over a year. The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King's Lynn, NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the East of England region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since February 2025. It's moved up 1 place in the national league for this department's; now 119 out of 186 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
15.4weeks
No change
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
6in 10
▲ +1 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
1.6k
▼ -68
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
21
▼ -45
Been on the list for 12+ months
6 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
1,587
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
38 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
21 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
314 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.

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 about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 119th out of 186 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 9th out of 19 in East of England

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.

Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King's Lynn, PE30 4ET
01553 613613
NHS Norfolk And Waveney Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Gynaecology waiting list at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King's Lynn, NHS Foundation Trust?

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King's Lynn, NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 1,587 patients on its Gynaecology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 15 weeks.

Does The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King's Lynn, NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Gynaecology?

About 58% of Gynaecology patients at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King's Lynn, 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.