JobSOC 29-1218

Obstetricians and Gynecologists

Provide medical care related to pregnancy or childbirth. Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases of women, particularly those affecting the reproductive system. May also provide general care to women. May perform both medical and gynecological surgery functions.

Definition from U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA) (O*NET 31.0 (August 2026)).

01.

Studied through

6 programs

Medicine51.1201
Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy51.1202
Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program61.1301
Gynecologic Oncology Fellowship Program61.1302
Maternal and Fetal Medicine Fellowship Program61.1303
Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency/Fellowship Programs, Other61.1399

02.

Draws on

Medicine and Dentistry5.0 of 5
Biology4.7 of 5
English Language4.4 of 5
Psychology4.2 of 5
Customer and Personal Service3.9 of 5
Therapy and Counseling3.8 of 5
Computers and Electronics3.5 of 5

Importance as rated in O*NET (1 to 5); areas rated 3.5 or more, up to eight.