It is generally assumed that both the obstetrician and gynecologist perform the same job. Although they have many similarities this is not the case. A gynecologist possesses expertise in only one field i.e. gynecology where the general reproductive health of the women is taken into consideration and such professionals are not authorized to deal with labor and childbirth. Whereas, obstetrician holds 2 degrees i.e. obstetrics and gynecology. Obstetricians deals with the care of pregnant women, the unborn baby, labor and delivery and the immediate period following childbirth. The obstetrician ensures that mother and child get the best prenatal care to ensure labor and delivery are accomplished without complications. They can also provide therapies for an individual to conceive. If there is premature birth, then they can provide specialized care in NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) to the born child.