What it pays
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Half of all Obstetricians and Gynecologists in the U.S. earn more than $292,910 a year — the middle 80% land between $94,680 and $437,300. About 21,260 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Obstetricians and Gynecologists”. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics survey, published 2025.) In India, Professionals earn about ₹38,298 a month on average — around ₹4.6 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
$292,910typical pay / year
21,260people in this work
$437,300+top 10% earn
₹4.6 lakha year in India (family avg)
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Protecting3
Manage labor and delivery
+Coordinate labor and delivery for Maria Gomez admitted in active labor with G2P1 at 39 weeks: confirm fetal…
Manage labor and delivery
+Coordinate labor and delivery for Maria Gomez admitted in active labor with G2P1 at 39 weeks: confirm fetal monitoring orders, assign nurse and anesthesiology team, prepare for potential operative delivery, document labor progress and consent, and alert neonatal team on second-stage arrival.
The tools that do the workMEDITECHjob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia
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Treat complications during pregnancy
+Assess and stabilise the patient with severe preeclampsia, initiate magnesium sulphate and antihypertensive…
Treat complications during pregnancy
+Assess and stabilise the patient with severe preeclampsia, initiate magnesium sulphate and antihypertensive protocol, order urgent labs and fetal monitoring, consult maternal–fetal medicine, and plan timed delivery once maternal condition allows with blood products available.
The tools that do the workAcrendo Medical Software Ob/Gyn EMRjob descriptionsWikipedia
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Provide postpartum care
+Provide first-week postpartum visit for Lila Johnson: review wound healing, screen for postpartum depression,…
Provide postpartum care
+Provide first-week postpartum visit for Lila Johnson: review wound healing, screen for postpartum depression, reconcile medications, counsel on contraception and breastfeeding, document infant feeding and maternal vitals, and schedule a six-week follow-up or earlier if concerns.
The tools that do the workBizmatics PrognoCIS EMRjob descriptionsO*NET
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Prescribe drugs and perform surgeries
+For patient Ana Ruiz with placental accreta and planned hysterectomy, verify preop consent, prescribe…
Prescribe drugs and perform surgeries
+For patient Ana Ruiz with placental accreta and planned hysterectomy, verify preop consent, prescribe perioperative antibiotics and DVT prophylaxis, order blood crossmatch for two units, schedule OR time and anesthesia, and document surgical plan and coding for the procedure.
The tools that do the workChartWare EMRjob descriptionsO*NET
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Refer patients to specialists when needed
+Refer Maria Santos, age 32 with recurrent first‑trimester bleeding and prior miscarriage, to the…
Refer patients to specialists when needed
+Refer Maria Santos, age 32 with recurrent first‑trimester bleeding and prior miscarriage, to the Maternal‑Fetal Medicine team and pelvic pain clinic for ultrasound review and possible progesterone therapy; attach recent labs and ultrasound report, request appointment within two weeks.
The tools that do the workEpicjob descriptionsO*NET
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Treat diseases of female organs.
+Treat Ana Lopez, 46, presenting with heavy menstrual bleeding and dysmenorrhea: start tranexamic acid 1 g PO…
Treat diseases of female organs.
+Treat Ana Lopez, 46, presenting with heavy menstrual bleeding and dysmenorrhea: start tranexamic acid 1 g PO three times daily during menses, arrange pelvic ultrasound and endometrial biopsy if bleeding persists past two cycles, and book follow‑up in six weeks.
The tools that do the workeClinicalWorks EHRjob descriptionsO*NET
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Provide medical care related to pregnancy or childbirth
+See Mrs. Lopez, G2P1 at 38 weeks for labor check, confirm fetal position and heart tones, document exam and…
Provide medical care related to pregnancy or childbirth
+See Mrs. Lopez, G2P1 at 38 weeks for labor check, confirm fetal position and heart tones, document exam and Bishop score, order group B strep swab and complete blood count if not done, arrange delivery plan with anesthesiology and nursing for today.
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Diagnose diseases and conditions affecting women
+Assess Sara Patel complaining of pelvic pain and abnormal bleeding, take focused history and pelvic exam,…
Diagnose diseases and conditions affecting women
+Assess Sara Patel complaining of pelvic pain and abnormal bleeding, take focused history and pelvic exam, order pelvic ultrasound and CBC, consider STI testing and endometrial sampling if indicated, document differential diagnosis and start empiric treatment where urgent.
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Counsel patients on reproductive health and family planning
+Counsel Maya Patel, a 28-year-old seeking contraception, on all suitable long‑ and short‑acting options,…
Counsel patients on reproductive health and family planning
+Counsel Maya Patel, a 28-year-old seeking contraception, on all suitable long‑ and short‑acting options, review her medical history and current meds, address her concerns about fertility and side effects, agree a plan and document consent today.
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Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.
+Review Ana Gomez’s antenatal progress notes, fetal heart tracings, BP and urine results from last two visits,…
Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.
+Review Ana Gomez’s antenatal progress notes, fetal heart tracings, BP and urine results from last two visits, reassess her hypertension treatment and adjust medication or schedule follow-up within 48 hours if BP remains above 140/90.
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Direct and coordinate activities of nurses, students, assistants, specialists, therapists, and other medical staff.
+Set the team plan for Mrs. Johnson’s postpartum ward: assign nurses for wound checks, delegate student to…
Direct and coordinate activities of nurses, students, assistants, specialists, therapists, and other medical staff.
+Set the team plan for Mrs. Johnson’s postpartum ward: assign nurses for wound checks, delegate student to document breastfeeding support, book lactation consult, and tell the on‑call resident to review analgesia orders this afternoon.
The tools that do the workAllscripts Professional EHRO*NET
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Plan, implement, or administer health programs in hospitals, businesses, or communities for prevention and treatment of injuries or illnesses.
+Design a three‑month workplace prenatal screening and vaccination campaign for our clinic staff: define…
Plan, implement, or administer health programs in hospitals, businesses, or communities for prevention and treatment of injuries or illnesses.
+Design a three‑month workplace prenatal screening and vaccination campaign for our clinic staff: define objectives, schedule two education sessions, identify point persons in HR and occupational health, and produce patient info leaflets by June 1.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft OfficeO*NET
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Perform cervical checks and dilation assessments
+Perform a cervical exam for Emma Li in triage, assess dilation and effacement, note station and membrane…
Perform cervical checks and dilation assessments
+Perform a cervical exam for Emma Li in triage, assess dilation and effacement, note station and membrane status, decide whether to augment labour or await progress, and record findings in the chart immediately after.
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Perform physical exams during routine office visits
+Do a routine annual pelvic and breast exam for Naomi Reed, update her problem list, reconcile medications,…
Perform physical exams during routine office visits
+Do a routine annual pelvic and breast exam for Naomi Reed, update her problem list, reconcile medications, order routine labs as indicated, discuss screening intervals, and document findings and follow‑up before she leaves.
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Order and interpret routine lab tests
+Order the routine pregnancy labs for Maria Gonzalez at 16 weeks — CBC, blood type and antibody screen,…
Order and interpret routine lab tests
+Order the routine pregnancy labs for Maria Gonzalez at 16 weeks — CBC, blood type and antibody screen, urinalysis with culture, thyroid TSH, fasting glucose, and repeat rubella IgG if unknown — confirm specimen collection instructions and urgent flag for anemia.
The tools that do the workEpicWikipedia
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Administer RhoGAM to Rh-negative patients at 28 weeks
+Administer RhoGAM to Emily Carter, Rh-negative, at 28 weeks today — document lot number, dose 300 micrograms,…
Administer RhoGAM to Rh-negative patients at 28 weeks
+Administer RhoGAM to Emily Carter, Rh-negative, at 28 weeks today — document lot number, dose 300 micrograms, injection site and informed consent, and place a follow-up reminder for postpartum Rosette test and baby’s cord blood typing.
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Assess risk of hemolytic disease of the newborn using Indirect Coombs test
+Send an indirect antiglobulin (Indirect Coombs) test request for Olivia Perez to assess maternal…
Assess risk of hemolytic disease of the newborn using Indirect Coombs test
+Send an indirect antiglobulin (Indirect Coombs) test request for Olivia Perez to assess maternal alloimmunization, include current antibody screen and transfusion history, mark result urgent and add a note to contact me if titer ≥1:16 or new clinically significant antibody detected.
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Screen for infections such as syphilis, hepatitis B, chlamydia, gonorrhea, and HIV
+Order prenatal infectious screening for Grace Huang: treponemal and non-treponemal syphilis tests, HBsAg, HIV…
Screen for infections such as syphilis, hepatitis B, chlamydia, gonorrhea, and HIV
+Order prenatal infectious screening for Grace Huang: treponemal and non-treponemal syphilis tests, HBsAg, HIV 4th generation, and urine NAAT for chlamydia and gonorrhea; document counseling on window periods and request expedited reporting for any positives.
The tools that do the workAllscripts Professional EHRWikipedia
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Conduct genetic screening for conditions like Down syndrome and Edwards syndrome
+Arrange first-trimester screening for Rachel Kim: noninvasive prenatal testing referral or combined…
Conduct genetic screening for conditions like Down syndrome and Edwards syndrome
+Arrange first-trimester screening for Rachel Kim: noninvasive prenatal testing referral or combined first-trimester serum screen with nuchal translucency at 11–13+6 weeks, record maternal age and IVF status, and schedule genetic counselor visit if screen positive.
The tools that do the workAcrendo Medical Software Ob/Gyn EMRWikipedia
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Provide healthcare services to patients in specialised medicine
+See new consult for 32-year-old woman with complex endocrine history — review prior records, update problem…
Provide healthcare services to patients in specialised medicine
+See new consult for 32-year-old woman with complex endocrine history — review prior records, update problem list and medications, order targeted labs and imaging as needed, and book follow-up for teaching and multidisciplinary care planning.
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