Obstetrics and Gynecology, often referred to as OB-GYN, is a branch of medicine that focuses on the care of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, as well as the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the female reproductive system. This specialty combines obstetrics, which deals with pregnancy and its complications, and gynecology, which focuses on the non-pregnancy aspects of a woman’s reproductive health.
An OB-GYN can provide a wide range of healthcare services, including routine check-ups, prenatal care, delivery, postpartum care, and the treatment of issues such as menstrual disorders, menopause, infertility, and infections.