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Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Obstetrics & Gynecology | Obstetrics in California

DefinitionTaxonomy code 207VX0000X corresponds to healthcare providers specializing in Obstetrics within the category of Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians, particularly in the field of Obstetrics & Gynecology. Here's a detailed explanation: Obstetrics & Gynecology: Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) is a medical specialty that focuses on the health of the female reproductive system, including the diagnosis, treatment, and management of conditions related to the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, cervix, and vagina. OB/GYN physicians are trained in both obstetrics, which involves caring for pregnant women and delivering babies, and gynecology, which involves the diagnosis and treatment of non-pregnancy-related issues, such as reproductive disorders, menstrual problems, infertility, menopause, and gynecologic cancers. Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians: This category includes physicians who have completed medical school and obtained either a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree. Allopathic and osteopathic physicians diagnose and treat illnesses, prescribe medications, perform procedures, and provide preventive care to patients across different specialties and subspecialties. Within the field of Obstetrics & Gynecology, these physicians may specialize in Obstetrics, focusing specifically on pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care. Specialization: Obstetrics: Obstetrics is the branch of medicine that focuses on pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Obstetricians are physicians who specialize in providing medical care to pregnant women, monitoring fetal development, managing labor and delivery, and ensuring the health and well-being of both the mother and baby during the pregnancy and childbirth process. Obstetricians also provide preconception counseling, prenatal care, and postpartum care to women before, during, and after pregnancy. Healthcare providers with taxonomy code 207VX0000X, specializing in Obstetrics, have specialized training and expertise in managing pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. They play a crucial role in supporting women throughout the reproductive process, providing comprehensive prenatal care, ensuring safe and healthy deliveries, and addressing any maternal or fetal complications that may arise during pregnancy and childbirth. Obstetricians work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to optimize maternal and fetal outcomes, promote maternal and infant health, and facilitate positive birth experiences for women and their families.
GroupingAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
ClassificationObstetrics & Gynecology
SpecializationObstetrics

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