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Obstetricians and Gynecologists

Obstetricians and gynecologists treat female patients. They focus on women's health, including pregnancy, birth, and general well-being.

Obstetricians are doctors who specialize in pregnancy, birth, and caring for new mothers. Gynecologists are doctors who focus on the health of the female reproductive system.

Obstetricians and Gynecologists are in the Health Science career cluster and the Therapeutic Services pathway.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Well above the statewide median

>$80.00 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Percent Growth   27.5%

Well above statewide average    Read more about outlook

Education & Training:

 First professional degree is common.

On the Job:

 Work Activities
  • Meet with female patients to gather background information.
  • Examine patients to find location of health problems.
  • Order lab tests to help make diagnoses. Analyze data and make diagnoses.
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Job Title Examples:

 OB/GYN Physician (Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician),  Medical Doctor (MD),  Obstetrician/Gynecologist (OB/GYN) 
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Source: Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and CareerOneStop.