A formal rotation in geriatrics and gynecologic pathology is held during this year. Research projects are begun in the OBG2 year and will culminate in a presentation in the OBG3 year. Obstetrical training continues with expanded responsibility during three months of general obstetrics. During this year, the OBG3 resident also participates in a night-float rotation. The system of graduated responsibility establishes the OBG4 as service chief in general obstetrics, high-risk obstetrics, gynecology and oncology.
Training is continued in advanced ultrasonography and genetics.
Continuity of patient care is considered crucial. The resident is provided two, half-day Continuity clinics. Patient assignments are graduated to reflect the increasing experience of each resident. This experience begins with normal obstetrics and gynecology and moves toward more complicated problems as the year of training increases. Specialty courses in pelviscopy and anatomy are held on an annual basis.