- Address
- Arbroath, DD11 5DX
- Run by
- NHS Tayside
- Type
- Specialist
- Region
- NHS Tayside, Scotland
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Waiting times at NHS Tayside
46% waiting under 12 weeks. 34,973 people on the list.
48% under 12 weeks. Scotland's standard is that new outpatients should wait no longer than 12 weeks.
| Specialty | Typical wait | Under 12 weeks | People waiting | Scotland average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dermatology | 16 weeks | 45% | 4,570 | 14 weeks longer |
| Orthopaedics (bones and joints) | 13 weeks | 47% | 3,357 | 14 weeks |
| Urology | 35 weeks | 22% | 3,357 | 14 weeks longer |
| Gynaecology | 14 weeks | 43% | 3,142 | 14 weeks |
| Ophthalmology (eyes) | 10 weeks | 57% | 3,131 | 15 weeks shorter |
| Ear, nose and throat (ENT) | 18 weeks | 37% | 2,785 | 12 weeks longer |
| General surgery | 9 weeks | 57% | 2,667 | 12 weeks shorter |
| Respiratory Medicine | 16 weeks | 39% | 1,761 | 12 weeks longer |
| Oral Surgery | 12 weeks | 49% | 1,364 | 16 weeks shorter |
| Neurology | 14 weeks | 45% | 946 | 14 weeks |
People waiting for inpatient or day-case treatment at NHS Tayside had waited a typical 25 weeks so far (31% under 12 weeks).
"Typical wait" is the median time people currently on the waiting list have waited so far for a first outpatient appointment. Figures cover the whole of NHS Tayside, not just this hospital. Source: Public Health Scotland, stage of treatment waiting times (new outpatients), August 2026.
Nearest private hospitals
| Private hospital | Group | CQC rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cygnet Wallace Hospital | Cygnet (OE) Limited | — | 16 miles |
Straight-line distances from the centre of this hospital's postcode district.
What it costs to go private
| Treatment | Typical self-pay price | |
|---|---|---|
| Hip replacement | £13,000–£19,000 | Price guide → |
| Knee replacement | £13,500–£20,000 | Price guide → |
| Knee arthroscopy | £3,500–£6,500 | Price guide → |
| Carpal tunnel release | £1,800–£3,300 per hand | Price guide → |
| Cataract surgery | £2,000–£4,000 per eye | Price guide → |
| Adult tonsillectomy | £2,500–£4,500 | Price guide → |
UK-wide ranges from prices published by private hospitals. Ask any hospital above for a written quote.
Other NHS hospitals nearby
- Ninewells Hospital, Dundee (16 miles)
Questions and answers
How long are NHS waiting times at Gowanlea?
At NHS Tayside, which runs Gowanlea, the typical (median) wait so far for people on the waiting list was 14 weeks across all specialties in August 2026, and 46% had waited under 12 weeks. Dermatology had the most people waiting (4,570). These figures cover the whole of NHS Tayside, so waits at this particular hospital may differ. See waiting times by specialty →
Where is the nearest private hospital to Gowanlea?
The nearest private hospital we list is Cygnet Wallace Hospital, about 16 miles away by straight-line distance. See the nearest private hospitals →
Can I pay to go private instead of waiting?
Yes. You can pay for a private consultation or treatment yourself, or use health insurance if you have it and the condition started after your cover began. You can usually go back to the NHS waiting list afterwards if you want to. Our price guides show typical self-pay costs.
Hospital details come from Scotland's NHS organisation data. Check with the hospital before you travel, as services and departments change.