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Is it possible to be an OB-GYN and still have a family?

I have always wanted to be a doctor, specifically an OB-GYN but I have also wanted to have a family and raise kids. Is that possible and realistic for me or not?
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Felicia G’s Answer

Hi AnnaEllis! The answer is YES.
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G Vishnu’s Answer

While OB/GYN is known for one of the worst/unpredicatable lifestyle in medicine, you are somewhat in control of your schedule once you finish residency. One of my mentors works 8-5, and one weekend call during the month. Granted, he is in academic medicine. Usually, graduates start doing both OB and GYN and slowly thin out their OB practice because of predictability of gyn surgeries and less malpractice. Do what you love - it may be hard in the beginning, but you can tailor your practice later in life.
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