Evolution of Military Obstetrics & Gynecology, 3rd Edition.
This website evolved from a number of OBGYN training modules initially developed by Dr Hughey for the Navy, the Department of Defense, and ultimately all those providing medical care to women in isolated settings.
Subsequently produced in various updates and formats, the current version incorporates higher resolution videos, more videos, and a responsive design to make it easier to read and watch on all platforms. Currently, the most popular platform is the smart phone.
About Dr Hughey
Dr. Hughey is an Associate Professor of Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology, at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago. He also holds an appointment as Senior Clinician Educator at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine.
After receiving his AB degree in biochemistry from Princeton University in 1970, he attended Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine in Maywood, Illinois, completing his MD in 1974. He underwent residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University, graduating in 1978. He is board certified in OB-GYN and has worked clinically in his specialty for over 40 years.
Dr. Hughey joined the U.S. Navy Reserve in 1988 and focused his military career on operational training before leaving the Navy in 2002. He served aboard numerous ships, overseas stations, and with the Marines. He was recalled several times to active duty to serve at the Naval Submarine Medical Research Lab, Groton, CT, with the Operational Medicine and Fleet Support Division of the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, and as Special Assistant to the Navy Surgeon General, in addition to working with the U.S. Special Operations Command.
He received his Command and Staff Diploma from United States Naval War College. His military decorations include the Navy Achievement Medal, Navy Commendation Medal, and two Meritorious Service Medals.
Dr. Hughey is the author of 18 clinical research papers, 7 textbook chapters, and 5 books. He has built and maintains over 50 medical education websites.