Where Is an Abortion Performed?
Where an abortion is done depends on a number of factors: • How it will be done • The length of the pregnancy • The health of the woman Early surgical and medical abortions can be done safely in a doctor’s office or clinic. Later abortions often are performed in hospitals or in special clinics. After the abortion, counseling (including information on birth control) and recovery care should be available. A woman should be sure that the facility she selects has a full range of services on hand and all the options and details are discussed. Who Performs the Abortion? Abortions are done by a doctor or other health professional who has been trained to do the procedure. A woman’s regular doctor may perform abortions. If not, he or she may be able to recommend someone who does. The state’s medical society, the local health department, or a family planning clinic also can provide information about abortion services. The National Abortion Federation can provide information and help locate provi
