What is the percentage of men to women in obstetrics?

According to a 2019 report from the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), women made up 56.2% of all medical school graduates in the United States. However, when it comes to obstetrics and gynecology (OBGYN), the gender ratio is much more skewed towards women.

A 2017 study published in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine found that women accounted for 78.6% of OBGYN residents in the United States. This means that there are only about 21.4% of men in OBGYN residency programs.

There are a number of factors that may contribute to the low percentage of men in OBGYN. One factor may be the perception that OBGYN is a "female" field. This is likely due to the fact that OBGYN deals with women's health issues, such as pregnancy, childbirth, and menopause.

Another factor may be the lack of male role models in OBGYN. According to the AAMC, only 23.6% of OBGYN faculty members are men. This means that men who are interested in OBGYN may not have as many male mentors to look up to.

Despite the challenges, there are a number of men who are successfully pursuing careers in OBGYN. These men are passionate about women's health and are committed to providing high-quality care to their patients.