2. Are physicians that specialize in the
diagnosis, treatment & care of the
female reproductive system. They play
an important role in pregnancy, sexual
health, and the treatment of serious
reproductive problems such as infertility
or reproductive cancers.
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3. Bachelors of science or arts degree.
4 years of medical school, followed by 1
year of internship.
Must finish a 4 year residency program in
Gynecology.
Must take licensing exams to gain the
right to practice Gynecology.
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4. Usually work in hospitals, universities or a
private practice.
Some gynecologists work with other
specialists in privately-owned group
practice.
They also work in research facilities and
pharmaceutical companies.
Irregular Hours.
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5. According to salary.com, gynecologists
make a median salary range from
$198,045-$287,583
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7. Hours are irregular/ unpredictable.
For the obstetricians delivering babies,
their schedule is unpredictable
They generally are on-call all day &
night.
Experts are typically given shifts to
minimize disruptions.
Private practice medical professionals
can set their own schedules.
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8. Gynecologist are also in charge of
treating a range of known issues/
problems that evolve the female
reproductive system.
For example: urinary tract infections (UTI)
Heavy or painful menstrual periods, internal
cysts and growths.
Basically any issues a women has with this
part of their body.
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9. Gynecologist goes as far as telling you your
pregnant, at that point you are referred to
an obstetrician.
Obstetrician take care of pre-natal care or
any issues that arise, testing and delivery.
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10. Gynecologist helps you with fertility
problems.
They also help you have a birth control
plan. They also handle tubal ligations and
hysterectomies.
A gynecologist handles testing for any
disease of the reproductive system,
including cancer, sexually transmitted
diseases and menstruation issues.
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