Gynaecology Department Waiting Times in Bury St. Edmunds

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a gynaecologist is

14 weeks

That's just over 3 months

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the East of England region. There are currently 2,900 people waiting to see a gynaecologist, with a typical wait of about just over 3 months. 59% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

59 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
2,900
people on the waiting list
44 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
94 people
have been waiting over a year
775 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (27% of the list)

Long waiter breakdown

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

91waiting 1–1.25 years (52–65 weeks)
3waiting 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 about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 98th out of 187 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 6th out of 20 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.

West Suffolk Hospital, Bury St. Edmunds, IP33 2QZ
01284 713000
NHS Suffolk And North East Essex Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Gynaecology waiting time at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust?

The current average Gynaecology waiting time at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust is about 14 weeks.

How does West Suffolk 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.