Celebrating 75 Years of ACOG

An ob-gyn’s work goes far beyond the exam room. Ob-gyns advocate for patients, nurture all aspects of well-being, and serve as trusted partners guiding patients through complex health decisions from adolescence through menopause and beyond.

For 75 years, ob-gyns have looked to the American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG) to be a trusted guide and source of community as they fulfill this calling.

ACOG has advanced health since its founding in 1951, setting the standard for ob-gyn care and advocating for policies that advance the field and empower ob-gyns to provide patients with the care they need. In 2025, our more than 62,000 members remain committed to improving the lives of all people seeking obstetric and gynecologic care, their families, and their communities.

Let’s build on our legacy together and start writing the next chapter of progress and innovation in obstetrics and gynecology.

Next Steps

• Learn more about the moments and milestones that have marked our history over the past 75 years.
• Join us for our 2026 Annual Clinical & Scientific Meeting to celebrate 75 years of ACOG and be part of a transformative experience that will shape the future of health for patients, their families, and their communities.
• Invest in the next 75 years of leadership, equity, and evidence-based ob-gyn care. Donate to the ACOG Foundation to ensure our crucial work continues.
• Stay tuned for more exciting updates throughout the year.

75 Years of Ob-Gyn Game Changers

As we mark ACOG's 75th year, our Game Changers series will highlight breakthroughs that have reshaped ob-gyn care and explore what they mean for the future of health. Stay tuned—a new game changer will be featured each month!

Pap Smear Test: A Game Changer in Women’s Health

Hear from Linda Eckert, MD, FACOG, a leading expert in cervical cancer prevention, on how the Pap test has transformed ob-gyn and cancer screening, the difference it has made for her patients, and what lies ahead. Watch the video below and read more about the history and impact of this game changer.