OB/GYN
Medical abbreviation · Medical Specialty
| Stands for | Obstetrics and gynecology |
|---|---|
| Categories | Medical |
OB/GYN stands for Obstetrics and gynecology, a medical specialty abbreviation.
Combined surgical and medical specialty covering pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period (obstetrics) and the health of the female reproductive system, including contraception, menstrual disorders, menopause, pelvic surgery and cervical cancer screening (gynecology). US residency lasts four years.
Example: First prenatal visit with her OB/GYN is scheduled at 8 weeks.
Usage notes
Also written OBGYN, OB-GYN or Ob/Gyn and spoken letter by letter. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) issues the field's main practice guidance. Subspecialties requiring fellowship include maternal-fetal medicine, reproductive endocrinology and infertility, gynecologic oncology and urogynecology. Many OB/GYNs also serve as primary care clinicians for women.
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This entry is for general education and is not medical advice. Abbreviation use varies between institutions; always confirm in context.