An ultrasound should be included in the cost of the abortion. The results of the ultrasound should be explained to you. If you are early in pregnancy, it may not be conclusive that the pregnancy is progressing. In this case, a second ultrasound will indicate if the pregnancy is progressing. We highly recommend you receive an ultrasound when considering abortion. 

The ultrasound is very important to confirm the viability, location and gestational age of a pregnancy. Dating a pregnancy by your last menstrual period is not the most accurate method. It is important to have an accurate assessment by ultrasound because gestational age affects which abortion procedure is performed and how much you are charged. Additionally, ultrasound can diagnose an ectopic pregnancy which can be life-threatening if left untreated.  

Phoenix Women’s Clinic can offer a free ultrasound to qualifying patients. Call us at 602-305-5100 or make an appointment below for an appointment.  

Your health is a priority and you should be treated with respect in all these ways. Make sure you are informed about who your abortion provider is.

You have the right to ask for the doctor’s medical credentials and complication rates.

You can ask where the doctor has admitting privileges.  

What anesthesia is used and who is responsible for administering it? 

What are your options if the abortion pill fails? 

How many visits are required?

How many visits are included in the fee? It is important to have a pre-visit to discuss the procedure with the abortion clinic doctor and have all your questions answered.  afterward, it is important to have at least one follow-up visit that may include an ultrasound to ensure that the abortion is complete and you are healing as expected.  

Can your partner, friend, or parent accompany you to your appointment? You need someone to drive you home after a surgical abortion. Emotional support at this time is very important. 

During your initial pre-abortion consultation, ask yourself:

• Is the abortion clinic clean?
• Is the atmosphere professional?
• Does the staff listen to your concerns?
• Does the staff take the time to answer your questions fully?
• Do you feel like they are rushing you or pressuring you to make a decision?

Seeking advice and assistance from qualified healthcare professionals is essential in making informed decisions about your reproductive health. 

You always have the right to change your mind.  

Phoenix Women’s Clinic offers women’s health care and is not an abortion clinic. We can provide a consultation that consists of pregnancy test, ultrasound, STD/STI testing, and we review all your options with you. It is important to understand your abortion options. We do not offer abortion services or abortion referrals.

If you would like to see the providers at Phoenix Women’s Clinics you can call or make an appointment online.