Are you passionate about women’s health? Does the prospect of working in an environment full of exciting, difficult and unpredictable cases appeal to you? Do you see yourself in a specialty that is extremely broad with surgical and medical management?

Danielle Stepnuk, MD (PGY3) can easily convince you that Obstetrics & Gynecology is an amazingly fulfilling specialty. Host Emily Wu and Dr. Stepnuk dive into the joys and worthwhile challenges of residency in this field.

Dr. Stepnuk talks about why it’s important to destigmatize those difficult discussions around women’s health. She shares insight of course into residency, but also provides some valuable tips on how to navigate this journey in healthcare. You should choose a specialty for the right reason. Afterall, residency can be tough and waking up to a career you love makes it that much better!  

Check out Specialty Café’s first episode on Obstetrics & Gynecology with Gillian MacMullin, MD, FRCSC (published February 11, 2022) for a perspective from a staff OBGYN in a community setting in Nova Scotia.

This is the last episode of Season 4 covering most of the Royal College’s primary specialties. Look out for Season 5 where we’ll delve into the remaining primary specialty (Cardiac Surgery), subspecialties, and more! Thanks for tuning-in.