American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Obstetricians, Gynecologists, and OB-GYNs treat women’s health, including diagnosis and treatment of the female reproductive system, and more.
An obstetrician/gynecologist focuses on the health of women before, during, and after childbearing years, diagnosing and treating conditions of the reproductive system and associated disorders.
Subspecialties
Complex Family Planning
A subspecialist in Complex Family Planning is a physician in Obstetrics and Gynecology that diagnoses and treats women with medically- and surgically-complex conditions. These physicians consult with obstetrics and gynecology specialists and other clinicians to provide an advanced level of care for improving the reproductive health of women facing medically challenging situations.
Critical Care Medicine
An obstetrician/gynecologist who specializes in Critical Care Medicine has expertise in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of critically ill and injured patients, particularly trauma victims and patients with multiple organ dysfunction.
Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery
A subspecialist in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery is a physician in Obstetrics and Gynecology or Urology who, by virtue of education and training, is prepared to provide consultation and comprehensive management of women with complex benign pelvic conditions, lower urinary tract disorders, and pelvic floor dysfunction. Comprehensive management includes those diagnostic and therapeutic procedures necessary for the total care of the patient with these conditions and complications resulting from them.
Gynecologic Oncology
The gynecologic oncologist provides consultation and comprehensive management, including those diagnostic and therapeutic procedures of patients with gynecologic cancer and resulting complications.
Maternal–Fetal Medicine
An obstetrician/gynecologist with specialization in Maternal–Fetal Medicine focuses on patients with complications of pregnancy and their effect on both the mother and the fetus.
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
The reproductive endocrinologist concentrates on hormonal functioning as it pertains to reproduction as well as the issue of infertility. They also are trained to evaluate and treat hormonal dysfunctions in females outside of infertility.
