Complex Family Planning (OBG)
Specialty Description
Specialty Overview
A complex family planning subspecialist is an obstetrician/gynecologist who provides consultation services and comprehensive care for women with complex reproductive health needs. The complex family planning subspecialist has advanced knowledge in the areas of preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures necessary for optimal reproductive health, clinical contraception, and pregnancy termination, as well as the management of complications and reduction of maternal mortality. Subspecialists in complex family planning receive referrals from obstetrician/gynecologists, other physicians, and advanced practice clinicians. The subspecialist in complex family planning also has advanced knowledge and skills in public health, health policy, and advocacy, and expertise in the application of basic, translational, and clinical research in order to provide leadership to advance the field (1).
Sources
Data reflects averages reported for the 2024 academic year.
Complex Family Planning (OBG) Training
Graduate year 1 positions are not available immediately upon medical school completion.
Eligibility & Application Criteria
Types of Graduates
Resident Statistics
Average Number of Residents/Fellows
1.8
Resident Gender
Faculty Statistics
Faculty Distribution
Graduate Career Plans
In 2024, 28 residents or fellows completed training in Complex Family Planning (OBG). Program directors knew of the plans of 24 (85.7%). Please interpret the following accordingly.
Post Graduate Landing Spots in 2024
Data reflects averages reported for the 2024 academic year.
Data reflects averages reported for the 2024 academic year.