45GX - OBSTETRICIAN / GYNECOLOGIST (OB/GYN) AFSC Officer

Summary

Wherever they’re located around the world, we make sure members of the Air Force family get the essential care they need. Responsible for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the reproductive system, Obstetrician/Gynecologists (OB/GYNs) are specialists who focus on women’s health. From general medical care to monitoring and supervising childbirth, these doctors serve a fundamental role in maintaining the health of our Airmen and their families.

What You’ll Do

• Provide prenatal and postnatal care and perform deliveries in maternity cases.
• Diagnose and treat disorders of the female reproductive system.
• Direct nurses in procedures or preoperative and postoperative care.
• Treat patients suffering from surgical shock, postoperative hemorrhages and other complications.
• Manages obstetrical and gynecological services.
• Instruct intern and student residents in OB/GYN procedures.

Duties

• Perform duties related to specialized field requirements.
• Support Air Force mission objectives through technical expertise.
• Develop, maintain, and implement standard operating procedures.
• Coordinate with other units to accomplish mission requirements.
• Supervise and train personnel as required.

Qualifications

• Completion of a residency or fellowship in obstetrics and gynecology
• Completion of Officer Training School course
• Must be between the ages of 18 and have not reached your 48th birthday

Training & Education

How do we transform you from a raw recruit to an expert Airman in this field? From hands-on experience to college credit toward a degree, the path begins here.

Training Stages

• Officer Training School: 8.5 weeks
• Military Training Location: Maxwell AFB, AL

Minimum Education

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from an approved school of medicine or osteopathic medicine

Components

• Air Force Active Duty
• Air National Guard
• Air Force Reserve