Obstetrician-Gynecologist (OB/GYN) Doctor

Clinical Services 5 Years of Experience Salary: ?700000.00 LPA Qualification: MD/MS in Obstetrics and Gynecology or DNB Posted on November 25, 2025

Job Summary

An OB/GYN is a physician specializing in women's reproductive health, with

roles

including providing preventive care, managing pregnancy and childbirth (obstetrics), and diagnosing and treating conditions of the female reproductive system (gynecology). Key

responsibilities

involve performing routine exams, conducting prenatal care, delivering babies, performing surgeries, and offering counseling on family planning and reproductive health. Essential

skills

for this role include strong diagnostic and surgical abilities, excellent communication and compassion, and the capacity to handle stressful situations

Responsibilities

Roles and responsibilities

• Obstetrics (Pregnancy and Childbirth):
• Provide prenatal care to monitor the health of the mother and fetus.
• Manage labor and delivery, which may include performing C-sections or other surgical procedures.
• Offer postnatal care for new mothers.
• Handle high-risk pregnancies or other complications.
• Gynecology (Female Reproductive Health):
• Conduct routine gynecological exams and screenings, such as Pap smears and pelvic exams.
• Diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions, including sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), infections, hormonal disorders, and cancers.
• Perform gynecological surgeries and procedures, like hysterectomies, biopsies, and sterilizations.
• Patient Care and Education:
• Educate patients on topics like reproductive health, family planning, and disease prevention.
• Provide counseling on contraception and fertility.
• Explain test results, diagnoses, and treatment options.
• Administrative and Collaborative Duties:
• Maintain accurate patient medical records.
• Prescribe medications and develop care plans.
• Refer patients to other specialists when necessary.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as nurses, midwives, and other physicians.
  

Skill Required
Key skills

• Medical and Surgical Proficiency: Expert diagnostic skills and the ability to perform surgical procedures.
• Communication: Strong ability to communicate clearly with patients, explain complex information, and provide compassionate support.
• Critical Thinking: Ability to analyze information and make sound judgments, especially in fast-paced and stressful situations.
• Empathy and Compassion: Possessing a trustworthy and empathetic demeanor to build a strong patient-physician relationship.
• Adaptability: Keeping up to date with the latest research and innovations in a constantly evolving field.