Obstetricians and Gynecologists

Health Science In demand
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.

What an obstetricians and gynecologist does

Become an obstetricians and gynecologist

If you enjoy doing these activities, you might make a good obstetricians and gynecologist

  • Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem.
  • Reading work related information.
  • Noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it.
  • Changing what is done based on other people's actions.
  • Understanding people's reactions.

Discover what you could earn in Washington

  • Average hourly rate is $121 per hour with an average salary of $252,600 per year.

Obstetricians And Gynecologist job outlook

  • There are 287 workers in this occupation in Washington.
  • There are 24 openings per year in this occupation in Washington.

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Education needed

Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).

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