SAME-DAY SECOND TRIMESTER ABORTION

Complete Your Entire Procedure in Just ONE Visit Most clinics require you to return the next day for a second trimester abortion. Not at Dr. Emily Women's Health Center. For pregnancies 13-16 weeks, we offer same-day procedures that are completed in a single 4-6 hour visit. ✓ No overnight wait ✓ No return visit required ✓ Board-certified physicians ✓ General anesthesia for complete comfort ✓ AAAASF-accredited surgical center Save time. Reduce stress. Get the care you need in one day. Call 718-585-1010

─── What Is Same-Day Second Trimester Abortion ?───

A same-day second trimester abortion means your entire procedure is completed in one visit to our office—without the need to return the following day.

Traditional 2-Day Procedure:

Day 1: Cervical preparation, then sent home overnight
Day 2: Return for procedure (24 hours later)

Our Same-Day Option:

One Visit: Preparation and procedure completed the same day
Total time: 4-6 hours at our office
Go home when it's done

─── Benefits of Same-Day Procedure ───

Faster Resolution

Everything completed in one visit
No anxious overnight wait
No need to return the next day

Less Time Away From Life

Only one day off work
Single childcare arrangement
One trip to our office

Reduced Stress

Get it done and move forward
No worrying overnight
Immediate completion

Same Safety & Quality

Board-certified OB/GYN physicians
AAAASF-accredited surgical center
General anesthesia for your comfort
30+ years of experience per physician\

─── Who Is a Good Candidate ───

Our same-day second trimester abortion is available for:

Pregnancies 13-16 weeks from first day of last period
Good general health
Normal pregnancy anatomy
No complicating medical conditions
Prefer one-visit completion

For pregnancies 16+ weeks, a two-day procedure may be medically recommended for your safety. Your physician will determine the best approach during your consultation.

Our same-day second trimester abortion is available for:

Pregnancies 13-16 weeks from first day of last period
Good general health
Normal pregnancy anatomy
No complicating medical conditions
Prefer one-visit completion

For pregnancies 16+ weeks, a two-day procedure may be medically recommended for your safety. Your physician will determine the best approach during your consultation.

─── Your Same-Day Visit Timeline ───

What to Expect: Your Same-Day Visit

Before Your Appointment

Important: Do NOT eat or drink after midnight the night before your appointment.

This includes:

No food
No water
No coffee or tea
No gum or candy
No Vaping / smoking

You Must Arrange:

Responsible adult (age 21+) to drive you home
Someone to stay with you for a few hours after

Bring:

Photo ID
Insurance card (if you have insurance)
List of current medications
Comfortable, loose-fitting clothing/ please leave all your jewely at home.

Your Same-Day Appointment Timeline

Total Time at Office: Approximately 4-6 hours

8:00 AM - Arrival & Check-In

Complete registration
Payment/insurance verification

8:30 AM - Ultrasound & Labs

Ultrasound to confirm gestational age
Blood work if needed

9:00 AM - Counseling & Consent

Meet with physician
Review medical history
Discuss procedure in detail
Answer all questions
Sign consent forms

9:30 AM - Cervical Preparation

Medications to prepare cervix
Pain medication provided
Rest in comfortable room
Monitor vital signs

11:00 AM - Wait Time

Cervix softens and opens naturally
Rest, read, or watch TV
We monitor your comfort
Additional pain medication if needed

12:30 PM - Pre-Procedure Preparation

IV placement
Final vital signs check
Meet anesthesia team

1:00 PM - Procedure (15-30 minutes)

Brought to procedure room
General anesthesia administered
You fall asleep within seconds
Physician performs procedure
Continuous monitoring throughout
Wake naturally as anesthesia wears off

1:30 PM - Recovery (45-60 minutes)

Wake up in recovery room
Nurse monitors your recovery
Pain medication if needed
Light refreshments
Post-procedure instructions
Prescription medications provided

2:30 PM - Discharge

Released to your escort
Detailed aftercare instructions
24/7 emergency number provided
Follow-up appointment scheduled

You're home by early afternoon - all done in one day!

─── Cost & Insurance Information

Insurance Coverage

Most insurance plans cover second trimester abortion
Medicaid accepted (all 5 NYC boroughs)
Out-of-state Medicaid may be accepted
We verify your coverage before your appointment

Emergency Medicaid

Available for qualifying patients
Can be enrolled same day as procedure
We help you apply in our office

Self-Pay

Cost varies by gestational age
Call 718-585-1010 for specific pricing
Payment plans available
No-interest financing

Financial Assistance

We work with abortion funds including:

National Abortion Federation (NAF): 1-800-772-9100
New York Abortion Access Fund (NYAAF)
Brigid Alliance (travel funding)

Don't let cost stop you from getting care. We can help.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How is same-day procedure different from two-day?

A: Same-day completes cervical preparation and procedure in one visit (13-16 weeks). Two-day spreads it over two visits and is used for 16+ weeks or when medically indicated.

Q: Is same-day as safe as two-day?

A: Yes. Both are very safe. We use the method that is safest for your specific situation based on gestational age and medical factors.

Q: How long will I be at the office?

A: Plan for 4-6 hours total. This includes preparation time, waiting for cervix to open, the procedure, and recovery.

Q: Will it hurt?

A: You'll have cramping during cervical preparation (manageable with pain medication we provide). During the actual procedure, you're completely asleep under general anesthesia and feel nothing. After the procedure, cramping is similar to menstrual cramps.

Q: When can I go back to work?

A: Most women feel well enough to return to work or school within 2-3 days. Listen to your body.

Q: Will this affect my future fertility?