Our board certified physicians are among the leading providers of first and second trimester abortion services, dedicated to delivering safe, high quality women's health care. Each patient receives individualized professional counseling which includes birth control information. Female counselors, trained in women's health, answer all questions and discuss any personal issues surrounding a patient's decision to have an abortion. Parental or spousal consent is never required. All patients can be assured that the private physicians, their nurses, counselors and aids maintain strict and total confidentiality.

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

Updated on October 14th, 2011
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Are General, local, and twilight Anesthesia offered?

Yes all three are available.

What is the difference between General and Local, and Twilight Anesthesia?

General anesthesia you are completely asleep.

Local anesthesia is to numb only the surgical area (Cervix).

Twilight is medication given to induce “light sleep” and reduce pain sensation.

What are the hours?

We offer morning, weekend (Saturday) and evening appointments.

Is parental consent needed?

NO, not in the state of New York.

How can I pay for the procedure?

We accept cash, credit cards, money orders, most insurance and Medicaid. Please call to check if your Insurance is accepted – 1-718-829-7000.

Is this all confidential?

Yes, by law, all information is protected by state and federal regulations and no information can be given without your consent. Not even to your parents.

How much does the procedure cost?

The cost really depends on how far you are into your pregnancy, your weight and if you have had a pregnancy before that required a c-section.

Please e-mail or call for our fees.

Is free urine pregnancy testing provided?

Absolutely!

Is a urine test always reliable?

Not always. It depends on the stage of pregnancy and urine sample. However, an ultrasound test is always precise (as early as 2 weeks pregnant).

How long does the actual procedure take?

The actual procedure takes anywhere from 3-5 minutes for a 1st trimester abortion. A 2nd trimester abortion takes a few minutes longer.

However – like in all surgeries, you’ll have to be in the office 2-3 hours prior to surgery for tests and pre-medications and 1-3 hours after surgery for recovery and medications.

Where can I go to find out world-wide statistics on the abortion procedure and find out more specific facts with regard to teen pregnancy in the U.S.A??

You can go to the Alan Guttmacher Institute’s website:
http://www.guttmacher.org/pubs/fb_ATSRH.html

How far do I have to be to terminate a pregnancy? What “size/date” does the pregnancy have to be for termination?

Pregnancies can be effectively terminated between 4 to 24 weeks after your last menstrual period, however, terminating the pregnancy can be accomplished sooner if need be.

Do we offer the Morning After Pill?

Yes.

How soon After the procedure can I resume sexual activity?

You should not resume sexual activity until you have gone for your follow-up exam or after you have had your first menstrual period.

If I choose adoption over abortion can you refer me to a reputable organization.

Spence-Chapin

http://www.spence-chapin.org/

at Spence-Chapin in New York City
(212) 369-0300

Call 1-718-829-7000

We have been helping New York City residents as a premier Abortion and Women's Health office for the past 25+ years.

The Women’s Health Care professionals at ABGYN treat all of our patients with exceptional skill and compassion. We apply over 25 years of experience in caring and educating every woman that walks into our office. We understand that listening and explaining are the keys to successful long term healthcare.

Our Board Certified, NYS Licensed Physicians draw on a thorough knowledge of the latest women’s health and birth control options, gained through years of specialized medical experience in women’s health.

Please call 718-829-7000 to speak to a counselor anytime and get any specific information you need...

When?

The office is open for appointments Monday through Saturday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM for appointments - please call 718-829-7000.

Appointments to see a physician are made by phoning the above number and can be set as early as the next day, evenings or on Saturday.

The professional care does not end when the patient leaves the office. A telephone HOTLINE is always open to patients 24/7.

Detailed information regarding the HOTLINE and AFTER-CARE instructions are given to all patients along with their post procedure medication and instructions for use.

Patients are advised to return to their referring physicians or agencies for their follow up examination two or three weeks after the procedure. For those patients who do not have this care available the examination is offered at no extra charge. Abortion services are a supplement to ongoing GYN care provided by the patient's own doctor.

Where?

We are located on 2070 Eastchester Road, Bronx, New York 10461. Walk-ins are welcome.

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Questions? E-mail us at info@abgynservices.com.

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We accept all major credit cards. The fee for each procedure is all-inclusive. It covers relevant in-house laboratory work, sonogram, counseling, laminaria, anesthesia (general, twilight or local), Immune Globulin for RH negative women. Take-home medication and post-operative examination are all inclusive.

Patients must pay their full fee at their initial appointment. Personal and third party checks are not accepted. Payment can be made in cash, traveler's checks, or credit card (Visa, MasterCard, and American Express). Most Insurance and New York State Medicaid are accepted. Please call 1-718-829-7000 for current prices and to verify insurance coverage.

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