We do first trimester abortions [ less than 12.5 weeks from your last period] by the surgical method. You don't need a referral to see our doctors.

SURGICAL

First trimester [up to 12.5 weeks] surgical procedures are done under local [you are awake] or general anaesthesia [you are asleep]. The procedure is done by the suction method. The cervix [neck of the womb] is stretched gradually with curved instruments called dilators. A sterile slender plastic tube (diameter of 6-9 mm) is passed through the cervical canal into the uterus. Using a custom vacuum pump, the contents of the uterus are evacuated. The operation takes about 10 minutes and is very safe . If you are more than 12.5 weeks pregnant it is still possible to have an abortion, you can be referred to a doctor who does mid-trimester abortions.

MEDICAL

The abortion drug RU486 or Mifepristone is not yet commercially available in Australia. The clinic will offer this service as soon as a pharmaceutical company imports the abortion drug for commercial use.Some clinics offer medical abortion using the anti-cancer drug methotrexate. This method has more risks compared to the abortion drug RU486.

You can have either a non-hormone [ copper IUD] or a hormone secreting [Mirena] IUS fitted. These are both very reliable forms of contraception however they are not suitable for all women.You will need to visit the clinic for a consultation and infection screening first.

Implanon is a long lasting [3 years] form of hormonal contraception. It looks like a small plastic rod and is fitted in your upper arm. If required, you can have this fitted while you are having a pregnancy termination. You will need to visit the clinic for advice and to get a prescription for Implanon prior to having it fitted.

Our experienced staff can explain all types of contraception including risks and side effects.

You can see one of our doctors for confidential infection screening.