Gynecologists are doctors who specialize in women's health, with a focus on the female reproductive system.
They deal with a wide range of issues, including obstetrics, or pregnancy and childbirth, menstruation and fertility issues, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), hormone disorders, and others.
Here are some key points about gynecologists.
A gynecologist is a doctor who specializes in the health of the female organs.
Many women start visiting a gynecologist from their early teens and continue to attend a well-woman clinic for general health issues too
Women are advised to visit a gynecologist annually for a checkup, and any time they have symptoms that concern them.
A gynecologist treats patients with female reproductive organs, whether or not they identify as women. An obstetrician is a kind of gynecologist who specializes in pregnancy and childbirth.
To become a gynecologist, a person must train first as a doctor for 4 years, then specialize for another 4 years in the field of obstetrics and gynecology. Passing a further examination will enable them to be certified and registered.