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An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills, and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This
physician serves as a consultant to other physicians, and as a primary physician for women.
Training required: Four years plus two years in clinical practice before certification is complete.
Certification in one of the following subspecialties requires additional training and examination.
Critical Care Medicine: An obstetrician-gynecologist who specializes in critical care medicine diagnoses, treats and supports female patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This
specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff, and other
specialists.
Gynecologic Oncology: An obstetrician/gynecologist who provides consultation and comprehensive management of patients with gynecologic cancer, including those diagnostic and
therapeutic procedures necessary for the total care of the patient with gynecologic cancer and resulting complications.
Maternal-Fetal Medicine: An obstetrician/gynecologist who cares for, or provides consultation on, patients with complications of pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of
the obstetrical, medical, and surgical complications of pregnancy, and their effect on both the mother and the fetus. He/she also possesses expertise in the most current diagnostic and treatment
modalities used in the care of patients with complicated pregnancies.
Reproductive Endocrinology: An obstetrician/gynecologist who is capable of managing complex problems relating to reproductive endocrinology and infertility. |