Gynaecologist

Gynaecologists are highly trained medical doctors who specialise in the treatment of women and complications of the female reproductive system. They help their patients manage a range of reproductive health concerns including infertility, menopause, period pain, pelvic floor issues, miscarriage, cancer of the uterus and ovaries, and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).

As a Gynaecologist you could be having an initial consultation with a new patient, carrying out a physical examination of a patient who has had a miscarriage, prescribing treatment for a young woman with period problems, ordering diagnostic tests for a woman with an unusual reading after a pap-smear, or attending a conference for Obstetricians and Gynaecologists.

Being a Gynaecologist is a demanding career path. To succeed you’ll need a high standard of academic performance, a lifelong commitment to using the latest technologies in reproductive health, and outstanding communication skills.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $182,000
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a gynaecologist?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Doctor of Medicine
On Campus
3 - 5 years
$0 - $407,808
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Anaesthetist General Practitioner Medical Practitioner
Medical Researcher Obstetrician Surgeon Career Medical Officer (CMO) Gastroenterologist Neurologist Oncologist Gynaecologist
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  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Anaesthetist General Practitioner Medical Practitioner Medical Researcher Obstetrician Surgeon Career Medical Officer (CMO) Gastroenterologist Neurologist Oncologist Gynaecologist + 8 more
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Common questions

How much do Gynaecologists earn?

Salaries for Gynaecologists working in Australia start at $3,500 per week ($182,000 annually). Increase your earning capacity by obtaining specialist medical qualifications in supporting areas like obstetrics, paediatric and adolescent gynaecology, or surgery.

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What are the job opportunities for Gynaecologists?

There are 1,400 Gynaecologists and Gynaecologists currently employed in Australia. They work for public and private hospitals, community health organisations, and specialist medical centres. Some Gynaecologists work in private practice.

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How do I become a Gynaecologist?

Becoming a qualified Gynaecologist is a long-term commitment because you need to be a fully qualified medical doctor before you can even begin your training in gynaecology. You will need to:

  1. Complete a suitable Bachelor’s degree (eg, health science, pharmacy, nursing, human movement, science).
  2. Pass the Graduate Australian Medical School Admissions Test (GAMSAT).
  3. Obtain a Doctor of Medicine (MD).
  4. Work as a hospital intern for at least one year.
  5. Register with the Medical Board of Australia.
  6. Work in a public hospital for at least two years.
  7. Complete six years of specialist training (and examinations) with the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG).

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights 2023

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