Fetal Anomaly Abortion Care and Specialized Medical Services
When you discover that your unborn baby has a severe congenital abnormality or lethal health problem, your choice is both terribly difficult and heartbreaking. The staff of Washington Surgi-Clinic has the expertise, experience, and compassion to help you through this complicated time and address your needs in these unique circumstances. We understand that this was likely a desired and planned pregnancy and that you are probably feeling overwhelmed emotionally, psychologically, and physically.
Compassionate Support and Clinical Expertise
Our staff and physicians are experienced in working with families during fetal anomaly abortions and are dedicated to not only providing the best medical care but also to honoring the loss you and your family are experiencing. We are proud that many physicians throughout Washington, DC, including fetal-maternal medicine specialists, trust us to help and treat their patients. Furthermore, our doctors specialize in caring for patients with a history of Caesarean (C-section) deliveries. We are committed to ensuring that you receive the emotional support you need and deserve because the care of our patients is our number one priority.
Comprehensive Abortion Care Options
Washington Surgi-Clinic provides SAFE abortion care and a wide range of gynecological services at our state-of-the-art facility. After opening in 1973, the founders of Washington Surgi-Clinic believed that every woman seeking an abortion should be entitled to private, personal and professional care. For more than 45 years, we have been offering abortion care to women in the DC metropolitan area and have not wavered from this ideal. Our physicians will continue to offer the Abortion Pill, as well as first and second trimester surgical abortions under local and general anesthesia.
First Trimester Surgical Abortion
A first trimester abortion is a surgical abortion done up to 12 weeks of pregnancy. At Washington Surgi-Clinic we provide surgical abortions in Washington, DC starting from the very earliest a pregnancy can be seen by ultrasound. A surgical abortion can be done safely, only if the pregnancy can be definitely seen inside the uterus on an ultrasound exam. The lower limit of visualization of a pregnancy by ultrasound is five weeks by menstrual age (approximately three weeks after conception).
The surgical abortion method used for first trimester abortion is known as suction dilatation and curettage (D&C). During the procedure, the cervical canal is very gently dilated with sterile dilators, and the uterine contents are gently suctioned out with sterile, one-use-only disposable plastic uterine curettes. In-clinic abortion is one of the SAFEST and most common abortion procedures performed.
Anesthesia and Comfort
We provide local and general anesthesia. Under local anesthesia, we provide pre-operative medications such as anti-anxiety and pain medications to ensure that we will work with you, support you and educate you through your procedure.
Overview of Abortion Services
| Method | Description | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Abortion Pill | A non-invasive, non-surgical method to end a pregnancy in the privacy of your home. | 98% effectiveness |
| First Trimester Surgical | In-clinic suction dilatation and curettage (D&C). | Up to 12 weeks |
| Anesthesia Options | Local and general anesthesia available. | Includes anti-anxiety and pain medications |
Whether you are facing a decision regarding a pregnancy, or simply need an annual gynecological exam, getting a regular checkup and care from your gynecologist can aid in your state of health and well-being. Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions and/or concerns.