Gynecologists perform a variety of procedures to promote, treat, and maintain women�s health. In some cases, a gynecologist can be a woman�s primary care provider, or just a secondary provider for only women�s issues. Gynecologists who also specialize in obstetrics, monitor women in the pre-natal, natal, and post-natal periods, provide the proper treatments and examination, as well as medications that may be necessary. Gynecologists also focus on other ailments including breast and cervical cancer and hormonal or urinary disorders.

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Gynecologist's Salary

Overall, OB/GYN and Gynecologist salaries are based on years of experience, specialty, location, the type of facility and the required shifts.

According to Salary.com, the current median expected salary for a Gynecologist in the United States is $220,696.

The Allied Physicians salary survey revealed a difference in salary according to years of experience, as well as a difference in those who practiced both gynecology and obstetrics. The results are as follows:

Gynecologist (Not Obstetric)

1-2 Years - $159,000
3 or More - $213,000
Maximum - $358,000

Obstetric Gynecologist

1-2 Years - $211,000
3 or More - $261,000
Maximum - $417,000

Gynecologist Job Outlook

The job outlook for physicians in general is very good. The number of positions is expected to grow faster than average between now and 2014.

A recent report shows that many medical students are choosing not to specialize in gynecology due to the high rate of malpractice. The many lawsuits have caused malpractice insurance premiums to sky rocket, causing many OB/GYN to leave the practice.

This had led to fewer health care options for women in many states and fewer gynecologists. In turn, the average salary for practicing gynecologists is expected to raise considerably and the job outlook is expected to be on the rise.

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