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I went to get an abortion when I was 7 weeks pregnant. The doctor said they couldn't do it in the clinic because I am anemic so I needed to go to the hospital in New Jersey. I went to the hospital and they said that I have fibroids that are big and that I can not get a "regular" abortion. She said either I keep the baby (which is not an option for me) or I get a partial hysterectomy. I am now about 9 weeks pregnant and I really need another opinion. I cant keep this baby but I also think a hysterectomy is extreme...please help me!!
Dear Missy - I would highly recommend the following group of doctors. They are in Manhattan. The number is 212-860-2600. Tell them the situation. They may be pricey, but they are definitely worth it. If they can help you, they will. Please let me know what happens,
Doctor Joan
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Answers by Expert:
Doctor Early Options
Expertise
We are a group of family doctors who provide abortion care for over a decade. We can answer any health or medical related questions about early abortion, including the aspiration procedure, the abortion pill (RU486), or surgical abortion. We run a practice called Early Options, located in New York City: http://www.EarlyAbortionOptions.com. The practice is dedicated to making early abortion part of mainstream medical care. There are other family doctors around the United States who practice a similar approach to early abortion care: see http://www.EarlyAbortion.com. Please do not ask "private" questions so that other women can learn from your experience. Please tell me what country you are from so that we can better help you.
Experience
Experience in the area: We are all board certified family doctors who have special training in early abortion and reproductive health. Dr. Joan Fleischman is the founder of Early Options (earlyabortionoptions.com) dedicated to making early abortion part of mainstream medical care.
Organizations:
National Abortion Federation
American Association of Family Physicians
Education/Credentials
Dr. Joan Fleischman, Founder
M.D., Harvard Medical School
M.P.A., John F. Kennedy School of Government
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