Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Provide medical care related to pregnancy or childbirth. Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases of women, particularly those affecting the reproductive system. May also provide general care to women. May perform both medical and gynecological surgery functions.
How to read this profile
BLS projects U.S. employment for Obstetricians and Gynecologists to increase by 1.7% between 2024 and 2034, from 22,800 to 23,200 jobs. Its estimate of 500 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($292,910), education (Doctoral or professional degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
22,800
Projected employment (2034)
23,200
Projected change (2024–2034)
2%
Annual openings (projected average)
500
Pay & Preparation
$292,910
Doctoral or professional degree
None
Internship/residency
Essential Skills
Critical Thinking (4.38/5) • Reading Comprehension (4.25/5) • Active Learning (4.12/5) • Active Listening (4.12/5) • Monitoring (4/5) • Writing (4/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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