Gynaecology Department Waiting Times in Worthing

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a gynaecologist is

17 weeks

That's 4 months

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the South East region. There are currently 9,913 people waiting to see a gynaecologist, with a typical wait of about 4 months. 52% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

52 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
9,913
people on the waiting list
48 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
475 people
have been waiting over a year
1,765 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (18% of the list)

Long waiter breakdown

Of those waiting over a year, here's how long they've been waiting:

464waiting 1–1.25 years (52–65 weeks)
11waiting 1.25–1.5 years (65–78 weeks)

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 139th out of 187 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 27th out of 32 in South East

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.

Worthing Hospital, Worthing, BN11 2DH
01903 205111
NHS Sussex Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Gynaecology waiting time at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust?

The current average Gynaecology waiting time at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust is about 17 weeks.

How does University Hospitals Sussex 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.