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What is an Obgyn

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• An obstetrician-gynecologist, or ob-gyn, is a doctor who specializes in the care of women. He or she has completed special training in obstetrics, which is the care of pregnant women.

• This includes the preconception (before pregnancy) period, pregnancy, labor and childbirth, and after a baby is born. Ob- gyns are also trained in gynecology. Gynecology covers a woman's general health care, including care of her reproductive organs, breasts, and sexual function. Gynecology also includes management of hormonal disorders, treatment of infections, and training in surgery to correct or treat pelvic organ or urinary tract problems.

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Where can an OBGYN practice?

• As an OBGYN you can practice in a variety of settings.
• As an OBGYN you are typically in surgery or on the labor & delivery floors.
• Many OB-GYNs are in private practice, or a hospital-owned medical practice.
• Some even work in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

Specialties of OBGYN

1. Maternal Fetal Medicine (Perinatology)
2. GYN Oncology
3. Reproductive Endocrinology
4. Urogynecology
5. Pediatrics and Adolescent Gynecology

Description of the Specialties of OBGYN

1. Branch of medicine that focuses on managing the health concerns of the mother and fetus.
2. Feild of medicine that focuses on cancers of the female reproductive system, including ovarian cancer, and uterine cancer.
3. Surgical subspecialty of obstetrics and gynecology.
4. Surgical sub-specialty of urology and gynecology.
5. Subspecialist who undergoes further preparation after first completing training in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

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What does an OB/GYN do in a day?

Every day can be different for obstetricians and gynecologists! Many obstetricians and gynecologists work long, irregular, and overnight hours. An OB/GYN may travel between their offices and hospitals to care for their patients. OB/GYNs also work on-call shifts. While on call, they may need to address a patient’s concerns over the phone or make an emergency visit to a hospital to deliver a baby!

Some of the things obstetricians and gynecologists might do in a day:

• Deliver a baby
• Take a patient’s medical history
• Update charts and patient information to show current findings and treatments
• Perform preventative screenings for health issues
• Perform surgery and assist with labor and delivery of babies
• Order tests for nurses or other healthcare staff to perform
• Review test results to identify any abnormal findings
• Recommend and design a plan of treatment
• Address concerns or answer questions that patients have about their health and well-being
• Help patients take care of their health by discussing topics such as proper nutrition and hygiene

What skills are needed?

• Communication skills
• Compassion
• Detail oriented
• Dexterity
• Leadership skills
• Organizational skills
• Patience
• Physical stamina
• Problem-solving skills

How much does an OB/GYN make?

The median pay for obstetricians and gynecologists in the United States is approximately $296,210 according to The US Bureau of Labor Statistics.An OB/GYNs pay depends on factors such as level of experience (how many years in the industry), education and training, and geographic location.

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