NHS Gynaecology Referral Waiting Times in Poole

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a gynaecologist is

19 weeks

That's just over 4 months

The NHS Gynaecology waiting list at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust currently has 6,332 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 19 weeks from GP referral. About 5 in 10 Gynaecology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 302 have been waiting over a year. University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the South West region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since February 2025. It's slipped down 4 places in the national league for this department's; now 166 out of 186 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
18.9weeks
No change
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
5in 10
No change
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
6.3k
▼ -229
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
302
▼ -203
Been on the list for 12+ months
5 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
6,332
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
47 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
302 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
1,603 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 slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 166th out of 186 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 19th 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.

Management Offices, Poole, BH15 2JB
NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Gynaecology waiting list at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust?

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 6,332 patients on its Gynaecology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 19 weeks.

Does University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Gynaecology?

About 48% of Gynaecology patients at University Hospitals Dorset 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.