Training

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There is currently no official training programme for physicians wishing to become specialists in Obstetric Medicine. However, this may change in the future as there is consideration by PMETB and the Department of Health to make Obstetric Medicine a speciality.

Currently, the Kings Fund, a charitable organisation with the aim of improving healthcare services, is conducting a year-long review into the safety of maternity services. A statement from the RCP is available here which supports the training and input of specialist obstetric physicians into maternity services.