General Info

Abortion through 24 weeks-Laminaria for patients who are in their second trimester-Confidential health history-Laboratory tests including a pregnancy test and an Rh factor screening test- Discussion with a counselor regarding options, questions, legal requirements, etc.-Pelvic examination and ultrasound- Anesthesia the abortion procedure may be done with a local anesthetic, conscious sedation or general anesthesia, depending on the stage of pregnancy and the patient s wishes. -Recovery room care, including aftercare instructions and birth control information and samples-Two week post-surgical follow-up visit- Medical abortions (RU486) RU486 is also called the abortion pill and is not an alternative for everyone. Patients should be aware that this is a medical process which takes place over a two-week period and involves two to three visits- Patients must be less than 49 days pregnant. Womancare utilizes only the FDA-approved method of Mifepristone.