Navy Officer Subspecialty · Medical
15E1 Obstetrics/Gynecology, Subspecialty
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Overview
Obstetrics and gynecology subspecialists provide advanced care for high risk pregnancies and complex conditions affecting reproductive health. They may focus on maternal fetal medicine, gynecologic oncology, reproductive endocrinology, or female pelvic medicine.
Core Skills
- high risk pregnancy management
- advanced gynecologic procedures
- maternal fetal monitoring
- reproductive endocrinology
- gynecologic oncology care
- pelvic floor disorder management
- obstetric emergency response
- specialized ultrasound interpretation
- multidisciplinary womens health care
Civilian Career Paths
- Physician
- Surgery
- Emergency Medicine
- Public Health
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
Career Growth
- Continuing Certification
- Certified Physician Executive (CPE)
Also Common
- American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology Certification
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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