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Telehealth Abortions Are Changing The Culture Of Medicine

May 31, 2022

Dr. Mara Gordon, a medical professional specializing in reproductive health, shares her expertise on the transformative impact of telehealth abortions. She discusses how recent rule changes have made abortion pills more accessible through mail, especially in the wake of potential restrictions on abortion access. Dr. Gordon explores the cultural shift in medical practices as both patients and clinicians navigate this evolving landscape, facing legal gray areas and ethical dilemmas. The conversation touches on the future of abortion care and the challenges posed by anti-abortion sentiments.

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Intro

2min

The Evolution of Telehealth Abortions and Their Impact on Access

4min

Telehealth Transformations in Abortion Care

6min

Navigating the Future of Abortion Access and Telehealth

2min

Navigating the Ethical Dilemmas of Self-Managed Abortions

2min

Recent rule changes have increased access to abortion pills through the mail, using telehealth services. As many U.S. states gear up to restrict abortion access in anticipation of the Supreme Court possibly overturning Roe v. Wade, the medical professionals behind these services are preparing for an even bigger surge in demand. Groups that provide abortion pills are also preparing to face significant new obstacles, as anti-abortion states push back against expanded online access. Both patients and clinicians are testing the boundaries of this service that is fully legal in many states — but operates in a legal gray area in others.

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