Pregnancy Counseling
We do free UCG urine pregnancy screens Monday through Thursday.
We accept first morning urine specimens at the clinic between
9am and 2:00 pm. The UCG urine pregnancy screen should pick
up a pregnancy within 5 weeks of a woman's last normal menstrual
period (or 3 weeks since conception). We perform a more sensitive
urine pregnancy screening for a $10 fee which should pick
up a pregnancy within 10 days of a woman's LNMP (or 1.5 weeks
since conception).
Pregnancy Options Counseling
We have specially trained counselors who are happy to discuss
an unwanted pregnancy with a woman. A counselor will explore
a woman's options with her, and when needed, she can refer women
to other clinics or agencies. Whether a woman chooses a termination
of her pregnancy, adoption, or parenthood, our staff will help
you assess your needs and make the choice that is most suited
to your particular situation and your goals. We support your
right to make informed decisions about your reproductive future.
- Well-Woman
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- Every Monday evening we see patients for a wide range of
gynecologic health care needs including: bimanual pelvic exam,
pap smear, breast exam, pelvic sizing exam, ultrasound, STD
screening and treatment, and post-abortion follow-up exams.
We welcome follow-up patients who have had an abortion elsewhere.
We encourage all sexually active women to use an effective
contraception method. During Well-Woman clinic, we do diaphragm
fittings, Depo-Provera shots, and renew prescriptions for
birth control pills. We take appointments from 4 pm until
5:45 pm. Each patient will have the opportunity to sit down
with a counselor prior to seeing the physician to discuss
her particular needs and have her questions answered.
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- Counselors are available to discuss everything from birth
control, pregnancy options, and sexually transmitted diseases
to relationship advice in a confidential setting. If you have
recently had an abortion at the clinic, your counselor is
available to provide support in an environment that protects
your privacy and respects your individuality. Our goal is
to provide women with all the information and resources they
may need to protect their bodies and make informed decisions
regarding their sexuality and their reproductive life. We
recognize the importance of young women having access to correct
information as your education, career and personal plans will
be affected by the decisions you will be making. These decisions
can change your entire life While we encourage family involvement
in supporting you in your decisions, we will always respect
your need for privacy and confidentiality.
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- Community Education
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- We have staff members at the clinic who are available to
do workshops and presentations on subjects ranging from the
female reproductive system to sexually transmitted diseases
and birth control to a woman's right to choose abortion. Our
speakers are knowledgeable and are always happy to answer
questions and provide written materials on the topic of interest.
To schedule a presentation for your class, group, organization,
or health fair, please call the clinic.
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