Abstract
PROBLEM: China's declining birth rate presents significant challenges to obstetricians, impacting workload, career prospects, and the obstetric service system. BACKGROUND: The reduction in birth rates alters the landscape for obstetricians, necessitating adaptation to new medical demands and technological environments. AIM: This paper aims to explore the future development and role transformations of Chinese obstetricians amidst declining birth rates. KEY QUESTIONS INCLUDE: What is the impact of declining birth rates on China's obstetric services?What are the future development directions for obstetricians in this scenario?How will their roles evolve to meet new medical demands and technological environments?What international experiences can be drawn upon, and how applicable are they to China? METHODS: A literature review method is employed, analyzing research papers, statistical data, and policy reports from domestic and international sources. FINDINGS: The paper systematically summarizes and evaluates current and future trends in Chinese obstetrics in the context of declining birth rates. DISCUSSION: It discusses practical implications for sustainable development, including optimizing medical resources, leveraging technological innovations, and enhancing talent development. CONCLUSION: This paper contributes a comprehensive analysis and practical recommendations for navigating the challenges posed by declining birth rates to Chinese obstetricians.