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gynecologist

A physician who specializes in the health of the female reproductive system.

gy-nuh-KOL-uh-jist noun

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A doctor trained to care for the uterus, ovaries, vagina and breasts, including routine exams, Pap tests, birth control, menopause and diseases of these organs. Many are also obstetricians, who care for pregnancy and birth (an OB-GYN).

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Also writtengynecologists, gynaecologist

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obstetrician

A physician who specializes in the care of people during pregnancy, labor and birth, and just after.

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