Who is a Gynecologist and When do You Need One?
Gynecologists are specialists who focus on the female reproductive system and specialize in women's health. Obstetrics, pregnancy and delivery, menstruation and reproductive difficulties, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), hormonal abnormalities, and various other issues pertaining to women's reproductive health are observed by a Gynecologist. Many women begin seeing a gynecologist as early as adolescence and visit a women's clinic for general health concerns. Women should see a gynecologist at least once a year for a checkup to detect conditions before they advance. To become a gynecologist in India, an aspirant must first attain a 2-year Diploma in Gynaecology & Obstetrics (D.G.O) followed by a 3-year Doctor of Medicine (MD) in Gynaecology & Obstetrics and finally 3-year Master of Surgery (MS) in Gynaecology & Obstetrics. It is essential to know the background of your Gynaec. Unfortunately, most patients, especially in Gujarat, shy away from asking hospi...