Obstetrics & Gynecology Medical Education

Advanced Training in OB/GYN

The Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) offers a full education program for obstetrics and gynecologic medical students, residents and fellows. Our patient-centered philosophy, coupled with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies, gives a unique blend of art and science.

As an academic medical center, BIDMC offers a vibrant, nurturing learning community consisting of accomplished physicians, educators and researchers. Program participants have ample opportunity to hone their skills in delivering advanced treatments across our evidence-based clinical services, all while learning our compassionate, DEI-focused approach to care.

Our Training & Education Programs

OB/GYN Grand Rounds

Grand Rounds is a weekly one-hour lecture series that takes place on Wednesday mornings at 8 AM. The series is comprised of lectures given by invited guest speakers, named lectureships, chief resident and fellow presentations, and our renowned Quality Improvement series.

We cover topics ranging from preventative medicine to cutting-edge research, advanced clinical matters and medical education. These are presented in a formal setting attended by all faculty, residents, fellows, medical students, nurses and administrators within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Perinatal Conferences

Perinatology conference is a weekly interdisciplinary one-hour seminar conducted by the faculty of the divisions of maternal-fetal medicine, anesthesia, internal medicine and neonatology. MFM fellows are responsible for organizing this conference. Presentations and discussions are case-oriented and focus on current complex clinical issues managed by the maternal-fetal medicine service.

Attendees include medical students, residents, fellows, faculty, nursing and social service workers. Representatives from a number of consultative services attend regularly to contribute special expertise in genetics, radiology, endocrinology, hematology, cardiology, nephrology and infectious diseases.

Simulation Training

Through BIDMC’s Shapiro Simulation & Skills Center, medical students, residents, fellows, OB/GYN staff and BIDMC nurses can practice their skills in simulations that replicate real-life patient care scenarios, including both routine procedures and serious emergencies.