Obstetrics & Gynaecology (OB-GYN) is a medical specialty that focuses on the female reproductive system, pregnancy, and childbirth. It combines two closely related fields:
Obstetrics (Pregnancy & Childbirth)
- Prenatal Care – monitoring the health of mother and baby during pregnancy
- Labor and Delivery – managing childbirth, including normal and complicated deliveries
- Postnatal Care – care for the mother after delivery
- High-Risk Pregnancy Management – such as preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, or multiple pregnancies (twins, etc.)
Gynaecology (Female Reproductive Health)
- Menstrual Disorders – irregular, heavy, or painful periods
- Infertility and Reproductive Issues
- Contraception and Family Planning
- Infections – like UTIs or STIs
- Pelvic Pain and Endometriosis
- Fibroids, Ovarian Cysts, and Cancers
- Routine Exams – Pap smears, breast exams, and pelvic exams