Unplanned Pregnancy and Abortion Information Experienced staff can explore a full range of options regarding an unplanned pregnancy. You are supported during the process of decision making when faced with this unexpected situation. Dedicated attention is given to the special needs of every woman and extra sensitivity is given to spiritual and religious needs where relevant. If you make the decision to terminate your pregnancy, the procedure can be provided in our Day Surgery Unit here at Church St. First and second trimester abortions can be performed under local or general anaesthetic. pregnancy termination appointment enquiry Our Philosophy of Patient Care is to provide women with choice: Women 100% clear about their decision can elect to have a one day procedure. Or Alternativley Women needing support in a decision making process or have related concerns can have an appointment with our experienced doctors and or counsellors For all women we endevour to have: Careful and thorough assessment of each woman emotionally and physically. Supportive and non-judgmental exploration of the issues surrounding the decision-making process to terminate a pregnancy. Detailed discussion and explanation of procedure, risks, pre and post-operative care, emotional care and support. Contraceptive counselling. Providing a welcoming, safe and comfortable environment to all women who choose to undergo a procedure in our Day Surgery Unit. Highly skilled and experienced staff who have a commitment to our philosophy. Management of infection control, complications, quality of service and patient satisfaction. Specialist anaesthetists. They all have a long standing commitment to the Women's Clinic and provision of quality patient care. Adherence to all Day Surgery and Private Hospital Regulations. Commitment to the highest standards in infection control and sterilization techniques. .

Pregnancy Termination Service

About the Clinic

The Women's Clinic is registered with the Health Department as a private day procedure centre. It adheres to the regulations that cover guidelines for staff to patient ratios, sterilising and infection control, facility environment and maintenance, staff training and other areas, as required for all registered hospitals and day surgeries.

Bookings Same Day Bookings. One day procedures are available on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Women should have nothing to eat or drink for 6 hours prior to the procedure. Please contact our office to arrange an appointment. IUD or implanon can also be inserted on the day. On the day of the procedure you will see the doctor performing the procedure, the anaesthetist and a nurse. The initial appointment is to discuss and explore issues around the pregnancy and assess medical history and suitability for day surgery. On The Day Following the initial appointment a booking is then made for a termination if appropriate. A specialist anaesthetist will see you on the day of the procedure. You are given the option of a local (awake) or general (asleep) anaesthetic, but most women choose a general anaesthetic. There are sometimes waiting periods on the day of procedure. Every effort is made to minimize this time. We do recommend that you allow at least 3 - 5 hours to be at the clinic from arrival to discharge. All women are required to stay in the recovery room for approximately two hours after the procedure if they have had anaesthetic of any type and are to be discharged into the care of a responsible person or escorted to a taxi. We strongly recommend that you do not travel on public transport after your procedure. Prior to discharge, a member of the nursing staff will discuss post-operative instructions and discharge medications with you. You will then have 24 hour phone access to the Procedural Doctor after your procedure. If you would like to return to the Women's Clinic for further counselling after your procedure please contact us for an appointment. Other Languages Some of our staff speak Vietnamese and Mandarin. If you only speak one of these languages, it is possible for women to book in on a day when these staff are working. Interpreters can be arranged for any language with prior notice.