Gynecology is important in the birthing process. Regular check ups are required and having a trusted Alton, Iowa gynecologist is important through out your pregnancy. Alton, Iowa gynecology refers to the surgical specialty dealing with health of the female reproductive system (uterus, vagina and ovaries). Literally, outside medicine, it means "the science of women". Almost all modern gynecologists are also obstetricians. Alton, Iowa obstetrics and Gynaecology (often abbreviated to OB/GYN, O&G or Obs & Gynae) are the two surgical specialties dealing with the female reproductive organs, and as such are often combined to form a single medical speciality and postgraduate training program.