Obstetrician: meaning, definitions and examples

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obstetrician

 

[ ˌɒb.stəˈtrɪʃ.ən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical professional

An obstetrician is a doctor who specializes in pregnancy, childbirth, and the reproductive system. They provide care throughout the pregnancy, assist during labor, and manage the delivery of babies. Obstetricians are trained to handle complications that may arise during pregnancy and delivery, ensuring both mother and child receive appropriate care. They often work closely with gynecologists, who focus on women's reproductive health outside of pregnancy.

Synonyms

OB-GYN, birth specialist, maternity doctor.

Examples of usage

  • The obstetrician monitored the fetal heart rate during labor.
  • She visited her obstetrician for regular prenatal check-ups.
  • The obstetrician explained the stages of labor to the expectant mother.

Translations

Translations of the word "obstetrician" in other languages:

🇵🇹 obstetra

🇮🇳 प्रसूति विशेषज्ञ

🇩🇪 Geburtshelfer

🇮🇩 dokter kebidanan

🇺🇦 акушер

🇵🇱 położnik

🇯🇵 産婦人科医

🇫🇷 obstétricien

🇪🇸 obstetra

🇹🇷 jinekolog

🇰🇷 산부인과 의사

🇸🇦 طبيب نساء وولادة

🇨🇿 porodník

🇸🇰 pôrodník

🇨🇳 产科医生

🇸🇮 porodničar

🇮🇸 fæðingarlæknir

🇰🇿 акушер

🇬🇪 გინეკოლოგი

🇦🇿 qadın doğum uzmanı

🇲🇽 obstetra

Etymology

The term 'obstetrician' is derived from the Latin word 'obstetrix', which means 'midwife' or 'one who stands before'. The root 'ob' means 'before' and 'stare' means 'to stand'. Historically, obstetrics was the domain of midwives, who provided care to women during childbirth. As medical knowledge advanced, the field began to incorporate surgical techniques and a more formal medical education. The first obstetrical textbooks began appearing in the 18th century, leading to the establishment of obstetrics as a distinct medical specialty. The role of obstetricians continued to evolve with advancements in medicine, especially during the 20th century with the introduction of anesthesia, cesarean sections, and prenatal care protocols, solidifying their importance in maternal and neonatal health.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,068, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.