In 2025, the United States is experiencing a significant shortage of obstetrician-gynecologists (OB-GYNs), leading to decreased availability of doctors to deliver babies. This shortage is particularly acute in rural areas, where over 35% of counties are classified as maternity care deserts—regions lacking hospitals or birth centers offering obstetric care, as well as obstetric providers. This situation affects more than 2.3 million women of reproductive age.
United States is experiencing a significant shortage of obstetrician-gynecologists (OB-GYNs),
