207VF0040X Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery (Obstetrics & Gynecology) Physician
- Definition
- A subspecialist in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery is a physician in Urology or Obstetrics and Gynecology who, by virtue of education and training, is prepared to provide consultation and comprehensive management of women with complex benign pelvic conditions, lower urinary tract disorders, and pelvic floor dysfunction. Comprehensive management includes those diagnostic and therapeutic procedures necessary for the total care of the patient with these conditions and complications resulting from them.
- Grouping
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Classification
- Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Specialization
- Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery
- Section
- Individual
- Notes
- Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2011. [1/1/2012: new, 7/1/24: modified] Resources: www.abms.org
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