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Obstetricians and Gynecologists

What they 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.

Also Called:

GYN (Gynecologist), MD (Medical Doctor), OB (Obstetrician), OB/GYN (Obstetrician Gynecologist), OBGYN (Obstetrician and Gynecologist), OBGYN MD (Obstetrics Gynecology Medical Doctor), OBGYN Physician (Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician), Physician, Physician GYN (Physician Gynecologist), Physician OB (Physician Obstetrician), GYN (Gynecologist), MD (Medical Doctor), OB (Obstetrician), OB/GYN (Obstetrician Gynecologist), OB/GYN Physician (Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician), OBGYN (Obstetrician and Gynecologist), OBGYN MD (Obstetrics Gynecology Medical Doctor), Physician, Physician GYN (Physician Gynecologist), Physician OB (Physician Obstetrician)

OK Employment Data

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$155,580
Starting Salary (2025)
$370,260
Median Salary (2025)
1.2%
Projected Job Growth
60
OK Employment (2025)

Typical Tasks

Advise patients and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention.
Analyze records, reports, test results, or examination information to diagnose medical condition of patient.
Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical histories, reports, or examination results.
Consult with or provide consulting services to other physicians.
Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients.

A day in the life

What kind of work is this?

Investigative
Studying, Research based work
Social
Working with people
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Integrity
Dependability
Concern for Others
Stress Tolerance
Self-Control
Attention to Detail

What key skills are needed for this job?

Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Active Learning
Active Listening
Complex Problem Solving
Writing

Expected Knowledge

Medicine and Dentistry

Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.

Biology

Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.

English Language

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Common Activities

Assisting and Caring for Others

Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Education & Preparation

Some occupations may require additional education, advanced degrees, and years of experience in the field.
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Job Zone 5

Extensive Preparation Needed

Education

Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).

Experience

Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience are needed for these occupations. Many require more than five years of experience.

Training

Employees may need some on-the-job training, but most of these occupations assume that the person will already have the required skills, knowledge, work-related experience, and/or training.

Typical Education Required

Education a new hire may need

  • Post-doctoral training 74%
  • Doctoral degree 23%
  • Professional degree 3%
Source: O*NET Education, Training & Experience data

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