The Specialist - Ob/Gyn. plans, administers and supervises activities for gynecology patients. He/ She is responsible for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of ailments specific to the female anatomy with focus on pregnancy-related health, the female reproductive system, and women's general medical care. Delivers patient care activities in accordance with Ministry of Health regulations, Hospital Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules & Regulations and Ob/Gyn. Department Policies & Guidelines.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Diagnoses and treats problems related to female anatomy, specializing in:

 Childbirth, caesarean and other instrumental obstetric deliveries including forceps and vacuum extraction

 High Risk Pregnancies and Recurrent Miscarriages; complications like cesarean births, placenta previa or preeclampsia

 Antenatal follow up of complicated pregnancies

 Detection and management of cervical cancer.

 Treatment of urinary tract, pelvic disorders, and hormonal disorders

 Care and Management of Menopause.

 Detailed fetal anomaly ultrasound scan, dimensional scan

• Examines patients, performs and interprets diagnostic tests to obtain information on medical condition and determines diagnosis.

• Counsels patients on diet, hygiene, and preventive health care.

• Examines patients and determines x-ray examinations and clinical laboratory tests as required.

• Administers and prescribes conservative measures of treatment as antibiotics, drugs, and compresses.

• Treats and counsels women throughout their pregnancy, gives prenatal diagnoses, conducts delivery, provides recuperative period and postpartum care, including diet and medication.

• Tracks the health of, and treats, both mother and foetus as the pregnancy progresses.

• Applies surgical procedures and coordinates gynaecological & obstetrical operations including laparoscopic and infertility procedures, IVF etc., in conjunction with other consultants and anaesthesiologist.

• Deals with birth injuries and any post-operative complications.

• Directs nurses in procedures for preoperative and postoperative care; administers sedatives, prescribes diets, and prepares operative area of patients.

• Monitors patients’ condition and progress, and re-evaluates treatment as necessary.

• Explains procedures and discusses test results or prescribed treatments with patients and families.

• Refers patients to medical specialist or other practitioner when necessary.

• Includes the patients in discussions concerning appropriate diagnostic and management procedures.

• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates patient care needs.

• Maintains a work environment that promotes high standards for patient care and ethical behavior.

Compliance with Medical Ethics

• Ensure implementation of the Ministry of Health regulations, the Hospital Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations and the Ob/Gyn. Department Policy and Guidelines.

• Ensures implementation of the standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of gynecology.