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  • 1Obstetrician/Gynecologist at the Wheat Ridge Medical Center in CO. kelly.isbill@kp.org.

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Obstetrician-gynecologists often lack adequate sexual health training, impacting patient care. This personal journey highlights the need for improved medical education in sexual health for better patient outcomes.

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  • Medical Education
  • Sexual Health
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

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  • Practicing obstetricians/gynecologists recognize the critical role of sexual health in overall patient well-being.
  • There is a noted deficiency in formal sexual health education within medical school and residency curricula.
  • This lack of training can lead to patient embarrassment and suboptimal care.

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  • To advocate for enhanced sexual health training within medical education.
  • To improve the ability of physicians to discuss and manage sexual health concerns with patients.

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    • The author identified a significant personal and professional deficit in sexual health expertise.
    • The importance of sexual health in patient care was reinforced.
    • A commitment to ongoing self-education was established.

    Conclusions:

    • Obstetricians/gynecologists require comprehensive sexual health education to effectively serve their patients.
    • Integrating sexual health into medical training is crucial for holistic patient care.
    • Physicians must be equipped to address sexual health with confidence and knowledge.