Dilation & Evacuation (D&E)

U.S. MEC and U.S. SPR, standard dosing of UPA EC for people of all body sizes, birth control information on TikTok, and safety of medication abortion without screening ultrasound.

Highlighting one notable research article from each Research Roundup in 2023.

A systemic review of “no-test” medication abortion, using an allis clamp during IUD placement, a trial of gabapentin for pain management during second-trimester abortions, and at-home urine pregnancy testing for follow-up of immediate management of an undesired pregnancy of unknown location.

Pain management for medication abortion, support for eight years of use for a LNG 52mg IUD (Mirena and Liletta), IUD placement within 48 hours after medication abortion, and more.

A series highlighting the lived experiences of getting sexual and reproductive health care.

Society of Family Planning's clinical recommendations for pain control in surgical abortion care, potential reversible hormonal male contraceptive option, restricted abortion access among incarcerated populations, and more.

We can only listen when we create a space for the patient to speak. Listening can be augmented through open-ended questions. During a period of listening, consider opting for one open-ended question in lieu of a series of closed-ended questions.