Gynecologist

10th

12th (PCB Compulsory with 60% marks)

• To get admission into the MBBS course, candidates have to register and qualify National Eligibility Entrance Exam (NEET).
• National Eligibility Entrance Exam (NEET) exam is conducted annually by the National Testing Agency (NTA) in May/June.
• The candidate should be of 17 years of age at the time of admission.

Official Website for Registration to NEET: https://neet.nta.nic.in/

• To become a GYNECOLOGIST, the candidate should hold an MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) degree recognized by the Medical Council of India.

• After completing 4.5 years of the MBBS program, candidates must complete a one-year hospital internship in internal medicine or family practice. During internship and residency, the student is subject to be posted in multiple clinical departments on a rotatory basis to learn the necessary clinical experience in all the major disciplines. Completing the rotatory internship is a prerequisite for obtaining a medical license. Also, a Compulsory Rotatory Residential Internship (CRRI) is a necessary eligibility criterion for pursuing post-graduation studies.
• Candidates can work under a team of top doctors during their internship. The candidates have a chance to work with patients who require different diagnoses. The candidates must gain good knowledge and skills when completing their internship.

• After completing MBBS, candidates must take the NEET PG entrance test for admission into a postgraduate degree, i.e., MD in Obstetrics and Gynecology. 

Official Website for Registration to NEET PG: https://ntaexam.net/neet-pg-2023/

• Admission into the MD (Doctor of Medicine) in Obstetrics and Gynecology is based on the candidates’ performance in the NEET PG entrance test or institute-specific examination (if specified). However, it may vary from college to college; check the particular college rules and regulations before applying.
• Some institutes also provide admission based on marks obtained in the MBBS course and the work experience of the aspiring candidates.
• The study of MD requires three years of college dedication.

• After an internship, the candidate must register with the Medical Council of India. To register with the Medical Council of India., the candidate must have an MBBS degree, MD PG Degree, and one year of internship. Registering with the country’s medical council to start practicing as a doctor is essential.
• After registering with the Medical Council of India, candidates can begin their careers and practice as a doctor in India.

Official Website for registration: https://www.nmc.org.in/registration/

Who is a Gynecologist? 

A gynecologist is a doctor who specializes in female reproductive health. Gynecologists diagnose and treat issues related to the female reproductive tract. This includes the uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries, and breasts. Gynecologists give reproductive and sexual health services, including pelvic exams, Pap tests, cancer screenings, and testing and treatment for vaginal infections. In addition, gynecologists diagnose and treat reproductive system disorders such as endometriosis, infertility, ovarian cysts, and pelvic pain. Gynecologists may also care for people with ovarian, cervical, and other reproductive cancers. Some gynecologists also practice as obstetricians, who give care during pregnancy and birth. If a gynecologist has expertise in obstetrics, they’re called an OB-GYN.

JobResponsibilities of a Gynecologist

• The primary duties of the gynecologist are diagnosing medical issues, examining patients & cure different illnesses and diseases. In addition, you have to treat pregnant women & their newborn children.
• A gynecologist treats gynecological diseases, infertility, Amenorrhea (absent menstrual periods), Dysmenorrhea (painful menstrual periods), hysterectomy, Incontinence of urine, issues related to pregnancy, Infections of the vagina (vaginitis), cervix and uterus (including fungal, bacterial, viral, and protozoal). 
• Gynecologists are also sometimes certified as obstetricians and will monitor the health of the mother and the fetus during pregnancy.

Career Scope of a Gynecologist

• Once candidates complete their master’s (MD) in Obstetrics and Gynecology, candidates have numerous options of either joining government hospitals or ever-increasing private hospitals; in addition, candidates can also set up care centers and work independently.
• If the candidate dreams of becoming a teacher, they can also go for it after acquiring da  Several top medical institutions/Universities offer jobs to such professionals.

Salary/Income of a Gynecologist

The salary of a Gynecologist largely depends upon the standard and level of the organization/Hospital that the candidate is associated with, especially at the starting level.The starting salary of a gynecologist ranges from Rs. 4 to 5 lacs per annum. The experienced gynecologist may earn from 15 lakhs to 20 lakhs per annum.Government hospital salaries are based on the pay scale and grade the government decides. However, there is no upper-income limit for enterprising gynecologists who opt to open up their Centers.