Before Your Abortion

Pre-Operative Instructions

  • Please plan to be at our center for approximately 2.5-3 hours. It is not necessary to arrive earlier than your appointment time.
  • You should dress comfortably and may want to bring socks and a sweater with you.
  • If you are receiving sedation, you must have a ride home from your appointment. Transportation could include friend, family or ride share.
  • Due to limited waiting space, no guests are allowed inside the office. 
  • If you have small children please make arrangements for their care at home.

Unless you've requested otherwise, we will call to confirm your appointment the day before your procedure.

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Before Your Appointment:

  • Must bring a legal photo ID.
  • Legal ID includes a driver’s license, passport, or a state-issued ID card.
  • Please do not have anything to eat for 4 hours prior to your appointment. You can drink water up to 1 hour before your appointment.
  • Please refrain from using alcohol, recreational drugs, or non-prescription medications for 48 hours prior to your appointment.
  • If you take prescription medications, please let us know prior to your appointment so we can advise you on how to take them on the day of your appointment.

Acceptable Forms of Payment

  • Cash
  • Credit Card: MasterCard, Visa, Discover and HSA Cards with MasterCard or Visa logos (the cardholder must be present to sign unless prior arrangements have been made).
  • No electronic payments (Applepay etc.) checks or money orders will be accepted.
  • Payment in full is due prior to the procedure.