Life after residency marks one of the biggest transitions for OB/GYNs entering practice. In a recent episode of The Obstetrics Podcast, Ob Hospitalist Group (OBHG) clinicians Dr. Ayita Verna and Dr. Aaron Rosen shared how starting their OB hospitalist careers helped them find flexibility, confidence, and lasting fulfillment — all while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Finding flexibility and purpose after residency
For Dr. Verna, the appeal of the OB hospitalist job was immediate. As a mother of two passionate about global health, she sought a role that would allow her to be present for her family while still advancing her OB/GYN career. “The flexibility is like no other,” she said. “When I’m home, I’m home. I don’t have to be on call or constantly check my phone. Being present with my children is everything.”
Transitioning straight from residency came with challenges, particularly overcoming imposter syndrome. “You go from having an attending to making all the decisions yourself,” she shared. “But after a few shifts, I realized I was ready. My training prepared me for this.” Supportive colleagues and her site director helped smooth the transition, allowing her to gain confidence quickly in her OB/GYN hospitalist role.
From private practice to balance and leadership
Dr. Rosen’s journey began in private practice, managing a demanding schedule of office visits and deliveries. “The lifestyle wasn’t sustainable,” he said. “I was missing time with my family, and the responsibility felt overwhelming.”
That changed when he joined OBHG. “Now, I can control my schedule, pursue other interests, and still be there for my family. It’s night and day compared to private practice.”
As his career evolved, Dr. Rosen took on a leadership role as Site Director, focusing on patient safety and quality improvement — key aspects of modern OB hospitalist jobs. “Hospitalists are the safety net for every patient who walks through our doors,” he said. “It’s a big responsibility, but also incredibly rewarding.”
Preventing burnout and building sustainable OB/GYN careers
The OB hospitalist model plays a powerful role in preventing burnout and supporting long-term satisfaction among clinicians. “Control of work-life balance is a key factor in determining whether or not physicians feel burnout,” Dr. Rosen said. “This role lets you do the job you love and still have time to be with the people you love.”
That balance also opens doors for professional growth. Dr. Verna now spends one day a week at a community health clinic, which helps her maintain continuity of care and collect cases for her oral boards. “I love that I can do hospital shifts and still have a clinic day,” she said. “I’m fulfilled with my job, fulfilled with my family, and I feel like I have balance in every way.”
Encouraging the next generation of OB hospitalists
As more residents explore career options after training, Dr. Verna and Dr. Rosen hope their experiences encourage others to consider the OB hospitalist career path early on. “You don’t have to go through private practice to become an OB hospitalist,” said Dr. Verna. “Coming right out of residency, you’re very well prepared. You’ve already handled emergencies and difficult cases — you just need to trust that you’re ready.”
Dr. Rosen agreed, emphasizing that lifestyle and fulfillment should factor into every new clinician’s decision. “You don’t have to sacrifice your life in service of others to be a good doctor,” he said. “You can do the job you love and still have time to be with the people you love.”
To hear more about how OB hospitalist jobs support clinicians in finding balance, confidence, and satisfaction after residency, listen to the full episode on The Obstetrics Podcast.
Interested in learning more about OB hospitalist careers? Visit our careers page or connect one-on-one with an OBHG clinician.