The social problems of prevention in obstetrics and gynecology

The article considers “personalized prevention” as one of aspects of preventive activities in obstetrics and gynecology. The detailed sociological analysis of this phenomenon is given. The causes of low effectiveness in implementation of preventive means in obstetrics and gynecology were established. The guidelines were developed concerning preventive examinations updating and development among female patients attitudes to health-preserving behavior. The adjustment of both labor conditions and educational process in training of obstetricians and gynecologists were proposed to motivate them to personalized preventive activities. The study results can be applied in regional health agencies to implement the Concept of health care development up to 2020 and also in system of post-graduate training of obstetricians and gynecologists.

obstetrics, gynecology, professional role, prevention, reproductive health, physician-patient relationship