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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.

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A look at the work

  • 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.

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Interests involved in this work

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Hands-on

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4.6 / 7

Investigative

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5.5 / 7

Creative

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1.5 / 7

Helping people

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5.5 / 7

Enterprising

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2.7 / 7

Organizing

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3.7 / 7

Skills to explore

Source-reported importance on a 1–5 scale. Try a course, project or conversation to learn what these skills involve.

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

2023-08

4.4 / 5

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

2023-08

4.3 / 5

Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

2023-08

4.1 / 5

Active Learning

Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

2023-08

4.1 / 5

Judgment and Decision Making

Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

2023-08

4.0 / 5

Complex Problem Solving

Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

2023-08

4.0 / 5

Monitoring

Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

2023-08

4.0 / 5

Speaking

Talking to others to convey information effectively.

2023-08

4.0 / 5

Writing

Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

2023-08

4.0 / 5

Social Perceptiveness

Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

2023-08

3.9 / 5

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Source preparation category: Job Zone 5 of 5 · 2023-08. This category describes typical preparation, not your eligibility.

Related study fields

Source crosswalk connections are research leads, not required qualifications.

Medicine →

Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy →

Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program →

Gynecologic Oncology Fellowship Program →

Maternal and Fetal Medicine Fellowship Program →

Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency/Fellowship Programs, Other →

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Source & methodology

O*NET-SOC code 29-1218.00 · Database 31.0 · Retrieved Oct 14, 2026. Dates on individual observations describe their source periods.

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