NHS Gynaecology Referral Waiting Times in Watford

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a gynaecologist is

13 weeks

That's 3 months

The NHS Gynaecology waiting list at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust currently has 2,261 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 13 weeks from GP referral. About 7 in 10 Gynaecology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 69 have been waiting over a year. West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the East of England region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since February 2025. It's slipped down 6 places in the national league for this department's; now 75 out of 186 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
13.5weeks
▲ +0.4 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
7in 10
▼ -1.1 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
2.3k
No change
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
69
▲ +37
Been on the list for 12+ months
7 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
2,261
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
46 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
69 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
422 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.

▲ +0.4 wks

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 75th out of 186 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 5th 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.

Trust Offices, Watford, WD18 0HB
01923 244366
NHS Hertfordshire And West Essex Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Gynaecology waiting list at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust?

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust currently has about 2,261 patients on its Gynaecology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 13 weeks.

Does West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Gynaecology?

About 65% of Gynaecology patients at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS 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.