Frequently Asked Questions

• Are local and twilight anesthesia available?
• Yes, it is available.

• What is the difference between General and Local, and Twilight Anesthesia?
• General anesthesia you are completely asleep.
• Local anesthesia is to numb only the surgical area (Cervix).
• Twilight is medication given to induce "light sleep" and reduce pain sensation.

• What are the hours?
• We are open every day of the week except Sunday.

• Is parental consent needed?
• Yes. For minors only.

• How can I pay for the procedure?
• We accept cash, money orders, most insurance and Medicaid. Please call us to check if your Insurance will cover the procedure.

• Is this all confidential?
• Yes, by law, all information is protected by state and federal regulations and no information can be given without your consent. Not even to your parents.

• How much does the procedure cost?
• The cost depends on how far you are into your pregnancy.
• Please call for our fees.

• Is free urine pregnancy testing provided?
• Absolutely!
    
• Is a urine test always reliable?
• Most of the time. It depends on the stage of pregnancy and urine sample. However, an ultrasound test is always precise (as early as 2 weeks pregnant).

• How long does the actual procedure take?
• The actual procedure takes anywhere from 5-10 minutes for a 1st trimester abortion. A 2nd trimester abortion takes longer.

• Where can I go to find out world-wide statistics on the abortion procedure?
• You can go to the Alan Guttmacher Institute’s website
  http://www.guttmacher.org

• Where can I go to find out more specific facts with regard to teen pregnancy in the U.S.A?
  
• http://www.agi-usa.org/pubs/fb_teen_sex.html

• How far do I have to be to terminate a pregnancy? What "size/date" does the pregnancy have to be for termination?
  
• Pregnancies can be effectively terminated between 4 to 23 weeks after your last menstrual period, however, terminating the pregnancy can be accomplished sooner if need be.

• Do we offer the Morning After Pill?
  
• Yes.

• How soon after the procedure can I resume sexual activity?
  
• You should not resume sexual activity until you have gone for your two-week follow-up exam or after you have had your first menstrual period.

• What other sources can be recommended for relevant information?
  
• http://www.acog.org
• http://www.webmd.com/
• http://www.plannedparenthood.org/pp2/portal
• http://www.cancer.org/docroot/home/index.asp
• http://www.breastcancer.org/
• http://www.medscape.com/home
  
  
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