Obstetrics and Gynecology
Obstetrics and Gynecology, often combined as OB/GYN, covers two areas of healthcare for women. Obstetrics focuses on pregnancy, childbirth, and the period following delivery. Gynecology, on the other hand, involves care of a woman's reproductive system, breasts, and associated disorders. An OB/GYN is a doctor specialized in these areas, providing services from routine checkups, to prenatal care and delivery, and to treating diseases such as cervical or ovarian cancer.
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Obstetrics and gynecology (often abbreviated as OB-GYN) is a branch of medicine focused on women's reproductive health. Obstetrics deals with pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, ensuring the health of both mother and baby. Gynecology focuses on the female reproductive system, addressing issues like menstrual disorders, fertility, and menopause, and providing preventive care such as screenings for cancers. OB-GYN specialists are trained to manage a range of women's health issues, offering both medical and surgical care throughout a woman's life, from puberty through menopause and beyond.