Florida’s 6-week Abortion Ban is in Effect as of May 1st, 2024.

IF YOU ARE PREGNANT OR THINK YOU MAY BE PREGNANT AND NEED AN ABORTION, PLEASE CALL US AT 561-686-3859 TO DISCUSS YOUR OPTIONS!

Presidential Women’s Center will continue to provide abortion care to the legal limit - 6 weeks. There are exceptions for women with fatal fetal anomalies and victims of rape, incest, or human trafficking.

First Trimester Abortion

A first trimester abortion procedure occurs up to 6 weeks from your last menstrual period (LMP).  We are committed to the highest standards in medical care, which you will experience as you walk through our doors. At that time, you will be greeted by a kind, caring staff member. We will work with you to provide care that is designed to support any needs that you have and you will have an opportunity to discuss any questions with the doctor. A first trimester abortion is a safe, simple 3 minute procedure. We offer two options for sedation. Moderate sedation and local anesthesia.

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What to Expect During a First Trimester Abortion

As soon as you walk through our doors you will be greeted by a kind, caring staff member.

Our staff members are well trained to tailor each session to the specific needs of each patient. Your private session is designed as a time to exchange information and express any concerns or feelings you might be experiencing. You will have an opportunity to discuss any questions you have with the doctor.

Prior to the first trimester surgical abortion procedure, you will have your choice of sedation. We offer two options for sedation – moderate sedation and local anesthesia.

  • Moderate Sedation: This is a good option for patients who want to be comfortable and relatively unaware of the procedure.
  • Local Anesthesia: The local option is for patients looking for a very light administration of medication and the ability to drive themselves home.

Afterwards, you will be brought into our recovery room where our nurses will care for you. During your recovery, you will be given post-operative instructions, medications, and a prescription for the birth control option of your choice.

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How to Prepare for a
First Trimester Abortion

Financial Help
Generous financial help is available to assist with the cost of the procedure.

  1. Patient Forms
    To minimize the amount of time you will spend in our office, please PRINT and COMPLETE the Patient forms before your visit.
  2. Prior to your Appointment
    We ask that you not eat for 4 hours prior to your appointment. You may drink up to 1 hour before the appointment.
  3. Arrange for a Ride Home
    You must have someone to drive you home from your appointment if you are having moderate sedation.

The Safety of First Trimester Abortion

The Guttmacher Institute is recognized in the U.S. and worldwide as a leader in women’s reproductive healthcare research. According to their state facts about abortion, they describe the safety of abortion.

  • A first-trimester abortion is one of the safest medical procedures, with minimal risk—less than 0.05%—of major complications that might need hospital care.
  • Abortions performed in the first trimester pose no long-term risk of problems such as infertility, ectopic pregnancy, spontaneous abortion (miscarriage) or birth defect, and little or no risk of preterm or low-birth-weight deliveries.
  • Exhaustive reviews by panels convened by the U.S. and British governments have concluded that there is no association between abortion and breast cancer. There is also no indication that abortion is a risk factor for other cancers.
  • Leading experts have concluded that, among women who have an unplanned pregnancy, the risk of mental health problems is no greater if they have a single first-trimester abortion than if they carry the pregnancy to term.

Guttmacher: https://www.guttmacher.org/united-states/abortion | https://www.guttmacher.org/fact-sheet/state-facts-about-abortion-florida

Our Standard of Excellence

Our promise is to exceed your expectations by providing the best care tailored to your unique needs. We take pride in providing the support and understanding that you need during this very personal and private time. Presidential Women’s Center is accredited by the National Abortion Federation (NAF) a national organization of independent abortion providers. All of us at Presidential Women’s Center would like to thank you for placing your trust in us for your reproductive healthcare.

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