Life as a Doctor in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Obstetrics and gynecology are versatile, fascinating, and rewarding fields. There is a wide range of employment within the Specialty, with most doctors practicing in both obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Mongelli previously worked at the Western Clinical School, Nepean Hospital, University of Sydney, NSW, as a Clinical Associate Professor and Senior Consultant in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.

Many consultants specialize in a particular field, such as reproductive care or high-risk obstetrics, and some operate exclusively in that field. The Speciality entails tight collaboration with other disciplines such as colorectal surgery, cancer, and urology and integrates medical and surgical activities.

Consultants in most institutions usually provide obstetric and gynecological treatment. Depending on your area of expertise, clinical tasks can be quite varied. Because emergencies can happen at any time, 24-hour coverage is always required.

 Obstetrics

• In obstetrics, the majority of pregnant women are otherwise fit and healthy. Some women, however, will experience acute or chronic medical issues that will impede their pregnancy. Midwives handle the majority of low-risk patients and simple deliveries.

• An obstetrician performs around a third of all births, mainly in more complicated instances or when the infant becomes agitated during labor. Obstetricians may need to employ forceps or a ventouse suction cup to assist in delivery. They will also do cesarean sections, either scheduled or unscheduled.
• The rate of deliveries usually determines the workload of an obstetrics unit. The Speciality is unique in that it includes caring for two patients simultaneously: a mother and her child. The care of the baby in the womb has become a significant aspect of the Speciality, thanks to advances in ultrasound.
• Obstetricians collaborate with other maternity specialists such as midwives, anesthesiologists, physiotherapists, and neonatologists. They may also collaborate with other departments within the hospital, such as cardiology, renal, and diabetology, to provide care for high-risk pregnant women. 

Typical day

• There is no such thing as a normal day in obstetrics and gynecology, which keeps the profession exciting. Most consultants work throughout the day and are frequently on-call after hours. The majority of trainees work in shifts. The EU Working Time Directive sets a limit of 48 hours per week for employees. It is also feasible to work part-time as a consultant or train on a less-than-full-time basis once you become a consultant.
• Typical days begin with ward rounds, meeting inpatients and new admissions, and scheduling necessary investigations. An antenatal or gynecology outpatient clinic, an operating theatre list, or a specialist clinic could all be part of the day. A doctor may visit and see 10 to 12 patients in a single visit in a typical clinic.
• Trainees may be required to respond to emergencies in the labor ward or work in gynecology without other obligations at any time of day or night. The consultant is frequently in charge of the labor ward. Consultants may also be responsible for teaching and educating medical students and trainees and doing research. There will be a considerable lot of admin, paperwork, and meetings, as with any Speciality.
• On any day or night, trainees may be expected to respond to emergencies in the labor ward or work in gynecology with no other duties. Frequently, the consultant is in control of the labor ward. Consultants may be in charge of teaching and training medical students and trainees and doing research. There will be much administrative labor, paperwork, and meetings as with any specialty.

The wrapping up

Dr. Joe Mongelli is a renowned gynecologist, and it is essential to have a competent gynecologist at your side to assist you with reproductive and menstrual issues. Max Mongelli ensures a safe pregnancy and parenthood by combining cutting-edge technology with the best caretakers. He has extensive research and practical expertise in medicine, both academically and professionally. Obstetrician-gynecologists frequently confer with other doctors. The Ob-Gyn is often the primary care physician for female patients, with whom they have regular contact and get medical advice and counselling.