Obstetricians and gynecologists

SOC Code: 29-1218
Also known as:
Doctor, GYN (Gynecologist), Gynecologic Oncologist, Gynecological Oncologist, Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician (MFM Physician)
Median Annual Salary
N/A
+1.2% growth (2024-2034)
600
Openings/Year
22K
Current Jobs

What Obstetricians and gynecologists Do

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.

💰 Salary

N/A
Median annual wage (2024)

📈 Job Growth

+1.2%
As fast as average

🎓 Education

Doctoral or professional degree
Typical entry-level requirement

🚀 Annual Openings

600
Projected average per year

📚 On-the-Job Training

Internship/residency
Expected training period

Employment Projections (2024-2034)

Current Employment (2024)

21,500

Projected Employment (2034)

21,700

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Top Skills Required

Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Active Learning
Writing

Daily Tasks & Responsibilities

  • 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.
  • Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients.
  • Prescribe or administer therapy, medication, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.
  • Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.
  • Consult with or provide consulting services to other physicians.
  • Refer patient to medical specialist or other practitioner when necessary.

Technology & Tools

eClinicalWorks EHR software Epic Systems MEDITECH software Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software

📚 Entry-Level Education

Doctoral or professional degree
Most common requirement

🎯 Recommended Education

Post-Doctoral Training
O*NET recommended level

Degree Programs for Obstetricians and gynecologists

These degree programs can prepare you for a career as a obstetricians and gynecologists:

Medicine

20,703 degrees awarded • 151 colleges offer this program
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Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy

8,465 degrees awarded • 36 colleges offer this program
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Best Colleges for Becoming a Obstetricians and gynecologists

Ranked by Repit grade, then by degrees in related programs. These are the top-rated colleges that prepare students to become obstetricians and gynecologists.

# College Location Related Degrees Repit Grade
1 University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI 181 A+
2 University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA 168 A+
3 Tufts University Medford, MA 187 A
4 Harvard University Cambridge, MA 182 A
5 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC 176 A
6 University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA 172 A
7 Boston University Boston, MA 154 A
8 University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA 148 A
9 University of Florida Gainesville, FL 147 A
10 University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville, VA 144 A
11 University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA 143 A
12 Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY 142 A
13 Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ 317 B+
14 University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA 254 B+
15 University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN 235 B+
16 Case Western Reserve University Cleveland, OH 210 B+
17 University of Miami Coral Gables, FL 201 B+
18 Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH 187 B+
19 Texas A & M University-College Station College Station, TX 178 B+
20 Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA 178 B+

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do obstetricians and gynecologists make?
The median annual salary for obstetricians and gynecologists is N/A.
What education do obstetricians and gynecologists need?
Most obstetricians and gynecologists positions require a doctoral or professional degree. Common degree programs include Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy.
Is becoming obstetricians and gynecologists a good career choice?
Obstetricians and gynecologists is projected to see +1.2% job growth from 2024 to 2034, which is about average for all occupations. With approximately 600 job openings expected annually, there are good opportunities for those entering the field.
What are the best colleges for obstetricians and gynecologists?
Top colleges for aspiring obstetricians and gynecologists include University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, University of California-Los Angeles, Tufts University, Harvard University, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. These schools are ranked based on their Repit grade and the number of graduates in related programs.
What other job titles are similar to obstetricians and gynecologists?
Obstetricians and gynecologists may also be known as: Doctor, GYN (Gynecologist), Gynecologic Oncologist, Gynecological Oncologist, Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician (MFM Physician), MD (Medical Doctor), OB (Obstetrician), OB Specialist (Obstetrics Specialist), OB/GYN (Obstetrician Gynecologist), OB/GYN Generalist (Obstetrics and Gynecology Generalist), OB/GYN Hospitalist (Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospitalist), OB/GYN Physician (Obstetrics Gynecology Physician), OBGYN (Obstetrician and Gynecologist), OBGYN Doctor (Obstetrics and Gynecology Doctor), OBGYN MD (Obstetrics Gynecology Medical Doctor), OBGYN Physician (Obstetrician and Gynecologist Physician), OBGYN Physician (Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician), Physician, Physician GYN (Physician Gynecologist), Physician OB (Physician Obstetrician). These titles often refer to similar roles with varying responsibilities or specializations.