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NHS Gynaecology Referral Waiting Times in Rotherham

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Updated August 2026

The typical wait to see a gynaecologist is

15 weeks

That's 3½ months

The NHS Gynaecology waiting list at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust currently has 3,950 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). 127 have been waiting over a year. The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the North East and Yorkshire region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since August 2025. It's slipped down 8 places in the national league for this department's; now 135 out of 182 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Aug 25→Aug 26
Typical wait
15.4weeks
No change
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
6in 10
▲ +1.2 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
4k
▲ +154
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
127
▲ +15
Been on the list for 12+ months
6 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
3,950
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
44 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
127 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
768 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 13 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 135th out of 182 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 24th out of 29 in North East and Yorkshire

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.

Moorgate Road, Rotherham, S60 2UD
01709 820000
NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 3,950 patients on its Gynaecology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 15 weeks.

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

About 56% of Gynaecology patients at The Rotherham 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.