Changing into OB/GYN later

[NewDoc77]

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I am almost done with my residency in family practice, about a year left to go, and was wondering if you know about anyone doing an OB/GYN residency after they have completed one in another specialty? I would appreciate any input you could give me.

 

[Quijotemd]

I am almost done with my residency in family practice, about a year left to go, and was wondering if you know about anyone doing an OB/GYN residency after they have completed one in another specialty? I would appreciate any input you could give me.

Yes, I know personally of an OBG intern who had already completed an FP residency and had been in practice for several years. Personally, I can't see doing it. It can be done, although it's a long road. I suppose if you feel a burning drive to do OBG, then you ought to listen to your desires if it's feasible.

Best wishes.

 

[kstater]

I am almost done with my residency in family practice, about a year left to go, and was wondering if you know about anyone doing an OB/GYN residency after they have completed one in another specialty? I would appreciate any input you could give me.

There is an internal medicine graduate last year who is now an intern in ob/gyn at my home institution. She actually somehow went outside the match (took 3 as usual from the match) and is now the 4th intern.

 

[lmh14]

my home program also has a resident who completed his family practice residency and is now a second year ob/gyn. so it can be done! good luck 🙂