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Health Science
- Annual Median Wage$ 331,740$160,850
$746,415Annual NC Wage Range
Growth Rate
Moderately Growing
- Obstetricians and Gynecologists are doctors who provide medical care related to the female reproductive system. While obstetricians focus on pregnancy and childbirth, gynecologists diagnose, treat, and help prevent women's reproductive disorders and diseases.
What do they typically do
- Analyze records, reports, test results, or examination information to diagnose medical condition of patient
- Collect, record, and maintain patient information such as medical histories, reports, and examination results
- Advise patients and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention
- Prescribe or administer therapy, medicine, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury
- Monitor patients' conditions and progress, and reevaluate treatments when needed
- Care for and treat women during prenatal, natal, and postnatal periods
- Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients
- Treat diseases of female organs
Number of Jobs
Average AnnualJob Growth +0.9%Job Opening 24Education & Training
- Education Most require a graduate degree like a master's, Ph.D., M.D., or law degree.Associated Programs or MajorsMoreLicenseN/AMore
NC Workforce CredentialsPrivate Training Programs655715Change 60