Specialty overview
Obstetricians and gynaecologists play critical roles in the reproductive health of women through the provision of medical care before, during and after childbirth. Obstetricians and gynaecologists additionally diagnose, treat and aid in the prevention of disorders of the female reproductive system.
Clinical practice
Obstetricians and gynaecologists practice across a range of clinical environments, from rural and remote health services to large regional and metropolitan tertiary hospitals, within both the public and private sectors. Some obstetricians and gynaecologists undertake additional training in areas such as gynaecology oncology, urogynaecology, reproductive medicine, maternal and foetal medicine, or obstetric and gynaecology ultrasound.
Key statistics
2023 QLD Training program selections(first year)
37
eligible
16
selected
Number of Queensland and Australian specialists
Number of Queensland and Australian new fellows
Number of Queensland trainees and average work hours
Information on specialists
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Specialists over 60
This donut chart shows that 20% of specialists are aged over 60 years. -
Specialist intending to retire by 2032
This donut chart shows that 45% of 2022 workforce intend to retire by 2032. -
Location in Queensland
This donut chart shows the percentage of specialists by their location: 21.2% are located in regional Queensland, 78.1% are in major cities, and 0.8% are in remote regions. The chart highlights that a vast majority of specialists are based in major cities. -
Proportion Female/Male - QLD
44.8%
male55.2%
femaleThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of males and females. Males are 44.8%, Females are 55.2%. -
Public vs Private
89.4%
private10.6%
publicThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of public and private specialists. Private is 89.4%, Public is 10.6%.
Information on trainees
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Proportion female/male trainees in Queensland
20%
male80%
femaleThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of males and females. Males are 20%, Females are 80%. -
2023 QLD Training program selections (first year)
37
received16
selectedThis doughnut chart shows the number of 2023 QLD Training Program Selections (First Year). 37 Eligible applications were received, 16 of those were selected.