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Obstetrics

Verb / ʌˈbstetrɪks / Another word for obstetrics — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Obstetrics is the branch of medicine that deals with pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum period.

Synonyms & similar words

tocology ob midwifery midwifery gynecology childbirth delivery parturition perinatology maternity mommyhood parturience parturiency childbearing pregnancy gestation

Example sentences

  1. The obstetrics department at the hospital is always busy.
  2. The obstetrics nurse helped the new mother with breastfeeding.
  3. The obstetrics doctor delivered the baby safely.
  4. I am studying obstetrics so I can help women during childbirth.
  5. Obstetrics and gynecology are closely related fields of medicine.

Quotes

  • Obstetrics is the most complicated and demanding specialty in medicine. - Malcolm Potts
  • Obstetrics is the only profession where you can pull a rabbit out of a hat and say, 'Thank God!' - Robert V. Hogg
  • Obstetrics is the art of protecting the woman against herself. - Ernest W. Goodpasture

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