A pregnancy doctor is called an obstetrician.
An obstetrician is a doctor who specializes in pregnancy, childbirth, and a woman's reproductive system.
An obstetrician is a physician that specializes in delivering babies and caring for people during pregnancy and after they give birth.
They treat medical conditions unique to pregnancy and perform surgeries related to labor and delivery.
A gynecologist is a doctor who specializes in female reproductive health.
They diagnose and treat issues related to the female reproductive tract.
This includes the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries and breasts. Anyone with female organs may see a gynecologist.
Obstetrics involves care during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period.
Gynecology deals with reproductive health and the functions and diseases specific to women and girls.
A visit to the gynecologist is recommended for annual screening and any time a woman has concerns about symptoms such as pelvic, vulvar, and vaginal pain or abnormal bleeding from the uterus.
Conditions commonly treated by gynecologists include: issues relating to pregnancy, fertility, menstruation, and menopause.
What the Gynecological Exam Includes.
The physical exam includes a urine sample, an external and internal pelvic exam, pap smear, and a breast exam.