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Amanda Onalaja Gouwens-Speech I-Period 7 Career Speech Outline SPECIFIC PURPOSE: To inform my class of the classifications of an OB/GYN. THESIS STATEMENT: I will explain the requirements of an OB/GYN while going through the description of the career, the education needed, and the employment conditions. SPEECH TITLE: Welcome to the World! INTRODUCTION  I.  Believe it or not, they’re the first things we see through our first tears. You may not remember them, let alone anything about that first day, but I’m sure you’ve left an impression on your mother’s obstetrician that he/she won’t soon forget!  II. I’m going to explain the fulfilling career of an Obstetrician/ Gynecologist.  III. I will also wholly inform you of the job’s aspects by defining the description, education requirements, and typical conditions.  BODY  I.  I will begin by explaining the career of an Obstetrician/ Gynecologist <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #c00000; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> A.  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #c00000; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">An Obstetrician/Gynecologist (nicknamed OB/GYN) is a specialist trained to deliver babies and give medical care regarding the female anatomy. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #c00000; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> B.  <span style="color: #c00000; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">[|Your duties]  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #c00000; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> as an OB/GYN include treating, diagnosing, and helping to prevent women’s diseases, especially those affecting the reproductive system and childbirth. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #c00000; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> C.  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #c00000; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">To assure your success in this field, it’s important to be willing to help others, be able to think critically, have a good perception of people, and above all develop plenty of patience! <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #c00000; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> D.  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #c00000; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">OB/GYN’s can find [|employment] at hospitals, universities, <span style="color: #c00000; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">[|research facilities]  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #c00000; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">, or establish a joint or private practice. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #c00000; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> E.  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #c00000; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">The <span style="color: #c00000; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">[|job outlook]  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #c00000; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> for an OB/GYN is considered faster than average. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #c00000; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> F.  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #c00000; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">The opportunities for this field are not limited what so ever! Some who wish to transfer from primary care can switch to research, or choose a <span style="color: #c00000; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">[|subspecialty] <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #c00000; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #7030a0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">

II. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #7030a0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">Subsequently, I’ll list some of the education and training an OB/GYN must undergo <span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #92d050; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> A.  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #92d050; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">Becoming a physician requires years of education so be prepared for the learning experience. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #92d050; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> 1.  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #92d050; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">A high school diploma is your first step in this field. Followed by four years of undergraduate, four years of medical school and about four years in a residency program. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #92d050; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> 2.  <span style="color: #92d050; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">[|Courses and requirements]  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #92d050; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> for this study may vary by the school of your choice. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #92d050; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> a.  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #92d050; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">You can receive an outstanding medical education at the <span style="color: #92d050; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">[|University of Chicago]  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #92d050; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">’s <span style="color: #92d050; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">[|Pritzker School of Medicine]  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #92d050; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #92d050; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> b.  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #92d050; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">Some courses you can take during your <span style="color: #92d050; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">[|first year]  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #92d050; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> at Pritzer include: Cell and Organ Physiology, Molecular & Cell Biology, The Social Context of Medicine, etc. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #92d050; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> c.  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #92d050; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">Prior to graduation, students must complete14 quarters of enrollment and pass the <span style="color: #92d050; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">[|United States Medical Licensing Examination]  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #92d050; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #92d050; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> B.  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #92d050; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">The University of Chicago conveniently has a <span style="color: #92d050; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">[|residency program]  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #92d050; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> which you can enlist in after medical school. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #7030a0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">

III. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #7030a0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">The typical conditions for an OB/GYN will be determined by whether they have their own practice or not. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> A.  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">Many physicians work long irregular hours, and this occupation is no exception. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> 1.  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">They may work about <span style="color: #0070c0; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">[|60+ hours]  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> a week. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> 2.  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">Labor can be unpredictable, so be prepared to be on call in the middle of the night. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> B.  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">Regardless of where you choose to be employed, you’ll be used to a patient’s room. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> C.  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">The salary for an OB/GYN will vary on who they are employed under. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> 1. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> Most earn about <span style="color: #0070c0; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">[|$70.00 an hour]  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> or $145,600 per year <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> 2. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> More experienced doctors can even earn about <span style="color: #0070c0; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">[|$205,000]  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> a year! <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> D.  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">Besides the fulfillment of helping to bring life to the world, a benefit to becoming an Obstetrician/Gynecologist would be your salary! <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">

E.  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">To the women and families you assist, you become for than just “their obstetrician” you are truly a friend. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> 1. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">You develop close relationships and have a better understanding on the people that you treat. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> 2. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">I also believe you’ve helped deliver one of life’s miracles. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> F.  <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">The disadvantages for this career would mostly be the many years of school, the long hours on call, and the pressure and stress it can bring. However, none of these should defect your aspiration if this is the right job for you. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> 1. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> The [|Association of American Medical Colleges] stated in 2004 nearly 80% of medical school graduates were in debt from educational expenses. <span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #0070c0; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> <span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> <span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">CONCLUSION <span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> I.   <span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">An OB/GYN specializes in woman’s healthcare, most importantly, the reproductive organs. <span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> A.  <span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">In this field you must be a people person, patient, and caring towards the wellbeing of others. <span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> B.  <span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">Dedication to education is key, as you will endure many years of learning following your college diploma. <span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> C.  <span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">Besides your long hours, the conditions for this career are manageable. <span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> II. <span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">Your finally one step closer to a great career in women’s health! Can you imagine being responsible for a cure to some unknown disease? Or even the person responsible for helping deliver our future President! Well get ready, because with a job like this there’s always some surprise! <span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> <span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">BIBLIOGRAPHY __<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">Encyclopedia of Careers and Vocational Guidance __<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">. Chicago: Ferguson Company, 2008. <span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> <span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">Hayes, David, ed. __Exploring Healthcare Careers__. Boston: Ferguson Company, 1998. <span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> <span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">"Obstetrician." __Universities and Colleges__. 10 Feb. 2009 <http://www.schoolsintheusa.com/careerprofiles_details.cfm?carid=524>. <span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">