> **Auto-generated summary — pending editorial review.** > This article was drafted by the CanuckDUCK editorial summarizer on 2026-04-21. > If you spot something off, edit the page or flag it for the editors. The shortage of obstetricians and gynecologists (OB-GYNs) in Canada is a pressing issue that has significant implications for maternity and obstetrics services. This shortage not only affects the availability of essential medical care for pregnant women but also has broader ripple effects on healthcare systems and communities.

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