Gynaecology Department Waiting Times in Bristol

University Hospitals Bristol And Weston NHS Foundation Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a gynaecologist is

13 weeks

That's 3 months

University Hospitals Bristol And Weston NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the South West region. There are currently 3,571 people waiting to see a gynaecologist, with a typical wait of about 3 months. 64% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

64 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
3,571
people on the waiting list
43 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
124 people
have been waiting over a year
517 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (14% of the list)

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 62nd out of 187 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 10th 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 Headquarters, Bristol, BS1 3NU
0117 923 0000
NHS Bristol, North Somerset And South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Gynaecology waiting time at University Hospitals Bristol And Weston NHS Foundation Trust?

The current average Gynaecology waiting time at University Hospitals Bristol And Weston NHS Foundation Trust is about 13 weeks.

How does University Hospitals Bristol And Weston NHS Foundation Trust compare to other hospitals for Gynaecology?

You can compare Gynaecology waiting times across all NHS hospitals on WaitRadar to find shorter waits near you.

Can I choose which hospital I'm referred to?

Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England have the right to choose which hospital they are referred to for a first outpatient appointment. Discuss your options with your GP.

This is informational data, not medical advice. Always discuss referral options with your GP. Full disclaimer.