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Obstetricians and Gynecologists

Provide medical care related to pregnancy or childbirth. Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases of women, particularly those affecting the reproductive system. May also provide general care to women. May perform both medical and gynecological surgery functions.

Median salary

Varied

Typical range

Varied

Job outlook

+1% (about average)

AI exposure

Education

Typical entry: Master's degree

Typical progression

  1. Junior Obstetricians and Gynecologists

    Entry / Junior

    Varied

    ~2 yrs to advance

  2. Obstetricians and Gynecologists

    Established

    Varied

    ~3 yrs to advance

  3. Senior Obstetricians and Gynecologists

    Senior

    Varied

Key skills

A typical day

  • Treat diseases of female organs.
  • Care for and treat women during prenatal, natal, and postnatal periods.
  • Analyze records, reports, test results, or examination information to diagnose medical condition of patient.
  • Perform cesarean sections or other surgical procedures as needed to preserve patients' health and deliver babies safely.
  • Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical histories, reports, or examination results.

Fields of study

Any field

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