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Specialization Program in Gynecology and Obstetrics

Faculty of Health Sciences

Specialization Program in Gynecology and Obstetrics

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Degree Awarded

Specialist in Gynecology and Obstetrics

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Tuition Fee per Year

10 SMMLV per year.

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Location

Popayán.

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Duration

Three (3) years.

Program Overview

Qualified Registration: Resolution No. 3736 of March 3, 2023.

SNIES Code: 242.

Program Coordinator: José Enrique Chaguendo Garcia.

Program Email: ginecologia@unicauca.edu.co

Schedule: Mixed.

Admission Frequency: Annual.

Number of Residency Positions: Three (3) applicants.

Schedule: Full-time.

Number of Credits: 185.

Faculty to which the program belongs: Faculty of Health Sciences.

Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. – night shifts from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. – Saturday, Sunday, and public holiday shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Mode: In-person.

Program Description

The Specialization Program in Gynecology and Obstetrics is a branch of Medicine recognized worldwide that addresses the morbidity and mortality needs of pregnant women, women of reproductive age, and postmenopausal women.

It covers various areas of women’s healthcare, including sexual and reproductive health, family planning, early detection of cervical and other gynecological cancers, breastfeeding, high-risk pregnancy, adolescent health, sexually transmitted diseases, menopause and postmenopausal conditions, among others.

The health situation in southwestern Colombia makes it necessary to train new specialists in Gynecology and Obstetrics to address the healthcare needs of these population groups, which affect women at different stages of life regardless of race, creed, or socioeconomic status.

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The Specialization Program in Gynecology and Obstetrics is an exceptionally relevant program for medical professionals seeking to specialize in comprehensive women’s healthcare at every stage of life. This program comprehensively addresses a variety of crucial topics, from sexual and reproductive healthcare to the management of high-risk pregnancies and the prevention of gynecological diseases, providing participants with specialized and up-to-date training in these fundamental areas.

General Objective of the Program

Formar especialistas con calidad humana y científica, con sentido autocrítico y autodisciplina, con capacidades de brindar una atención médica para el mejoramiento de la salud de la mujer en sus diferentes etapas del desarrollo y durante la gestación, con reconocimiento de sus límites y de su capacidad para actuar y decidir en forma consecuente.

Specific Objectives

  • Develop advanced competencies for the comprehensive care of women’s sexual and reproductive health, from prevention to the diagnosis and treatment of gynecological diseases, ensuring high-quality healthcare.
  • Train professionals in the management of high-risk pregnancies and obstetric complications, providing effective solutions to improve maternal-fetal health and reduce risks during pregnancy and childbirth.
  • Adapt medical knowledge to the specific needs of women in southwestern Colombia, enabling contextualized care that contributes to improving local public health.

Graduate Profile

  • Graduates of the Specialization Program in Gynecology and Obstetrics will be highly trained professionals capable of providing comprehensive, high-quality care for women’s health at every stage of life, from adolescence to postmenopause. They will be prepared to address a wide range of healthcare needs, including sexual and reproductive health, family planning, high-risk pregnancy, and early detection of gynecological cancers, applying the most up-to-date and effective knowledge in these fields.
  • In addition, graduates will have the skills to work in multidisciplinary teams and lead public health projects, contributing to the comprehensive well-being of women. They will be committed to the continuous improvement of their training, participating in the promotion of women’s health and the implementation of programs that address the specific needs of the local population, regardless of race, creed, or socioeconomic status.

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