Air Force AFSC · Medical
45GX Obstetrician/Gynecologist (OB/GYN)
Overview
Obstetricians and Gynecologists prevent, diagnose, and treat diseases affecting the reproductive system while providing general medical care focused on women's health. They also monitor and supervise childbirth for Airmen and their families around the world.
Core Skills
- clinical decision making
- electronic health record usage
- medical documentation and coding awareness
- data-driven quality improvement
- risk management in clinical settings
- interdisciplinary team leadership
- patient education and communication
- program and clinic management
- policy and protocol development
- confidentiality and compliance
Civilian Software & Tools
- Epic Systems
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
- MEDITECH software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Acrendo Medical Software Ob/Gyn EMR
- Allscripts Professional EHR
- Alteer Premiere
Civilian Career Paths
- Physician
- Surgery
- Public Health
Training & Development
Getting Started
- State Medical License (MD/DO)
- BLS
Career Growth
- Certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology
- ACLS
- DEA Registration
Also Common
- Board Certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG/AOBOG)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
What the Work Involves
- Treat diseases of female organs.
- Care for and treat women during prenatal, natal, and postnatal periods.
- Analyze records, reports, test results, or examination information to diagnose medical condition of patient.
- Perform cesarean sections or other surgical procedures as needed to preserve patients' health and deliver babies safely.
- Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical histories, reports, or examination results.
Related Occupations
- Pediatric Surgeons
- General Internal Medicine Physicians
- Cardiologists
- Pediatricians, General
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: graduate-level education or extensive experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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