The field of gynecology, obstetrics and infertility is a branch of medicine that focuses on diseases of the female reproductive system, breast diseases, maternal and fetal care during pregnancy, childbirth, as well as infertility problems and their treatment. A gynecologist is a physician who has undergone specialized training in the health of the female reproductive system to diagnose and treat disorders and diseases in the field, as well as to prevent them. Obstetrics and gynecology is one of the medical specialties that works for the prevention, especially screening, diagnosis and treatment of gynecological diseases. A gynecologist provides medical and surgical care for women. The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Infertility of Mortaz Hospital in Yazd performs various surgeries in this field. This department performs various gynecological surgeries such as curettage, cesarean section, hysterectomy (removal of the uterus), cystocele and rectocele (uterine and bladder prolapse), ectopic pregnancy, laparoscopic surgery, laparotomy, and uterine fibroid surgery (myomectomy). Also different kinds of complex gynecological cancers services are provided with the most up-to-date gynecological laser equipment and a variety of modern minimally invasive surgery equipment. The medical staff of this department is a cohesive and up-to-date team with the cooperation of gynecological cancer surgeons and laparoscopic surgeons.

What do gynecologists do?

The limitations of science in the past meant that there was not enough power to diagnose all women's diseases. But now, with the advancement of this branch of medicine, gynecologists, obstetricians and infertility doctors are making significant contributions to the promotion of women's health. By raising awareness among women, these physicians take steps to diagnose and treat diseases in a timely manner, as well as to prevent complications due to delays in the treatment of diseases. They provide care, medical treatment and awareness to prevent some problems. Also, performing the necessary surgeries, natural childbirth, and cesarean section are the duties of a gynecologist. The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Infertility at Mortaz Hospital in Yazd also deals with problems related to women's health, antenatal care, and infertility treatment services. The treatment staff of this department help women to maintain health during pregnancy and childbirth, treatment of gynecological problems such as incontinence, female genital cancer, pregnancy-related tumors, ectopic pregnancy care, treatment of sexually transmitted infections, treatment of congenital anomalies and other related activities. Causes of infertility in women include ovulation disorders, fallopian tube disorders, endometriosis, uterine disorders, immune system problems, and hormonal disorders. Diagnosis and treatment of these causes are infertility treatment measures. The existence of the NICU neonatal ward with trained staff and the cooperation of neonatal specialists as support for the obstetrics and gynecology department is one of the strengths of this hospital. In the midwifery department, painless natural childbirth, in collaboration with analgesics specialists along with gynecologists, provides a pleasant experience for mothers.