Jul 16
Assessment of Competency in MVA for abortion
A tool to assess a learner’s competency in providing abortion care using manual vacuum aspiration.
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Jul 15
Tobacco Use in Pregnancy and Preconception
Written by Sondos Kasab, Pharm.D. candidate and Regina Ginzburg, Pharm.D., CDCES, BC-ADM Tobacco use can interfere with fertility.1,2 In people with testes, tobacco use can lead to sperm defects. In people with uteruses, tobacco smoke leads to increased testosterone and decreased estradiol and progesterone levels. This hormonal imbalance decreases the ovarian reserve and disrupts ovulation.2…
Jul 11
Vasectomy User Guide
The Vasectomy user guide provides information about the vasectomy procedure. This sheet covers questions such as “How Does a Vasectomy Work?”, “How Well Does it Work?”, and “How Long Does it Take?” Chinese Traditional/Simplified, and Hindi: Updated October 2022 Reading Grade Level (Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level): 7.3
Jul 11
Vasectomy Aftercare Instructions
Aftercare instructions to use with patients having a vasectomy.
Jul 11
Permanent Birth Control (Sterilization)
This patient fact sheet explains permanent birth control (Sterilization) options for men and women. Compares methods based on efficacy. Lists average cost and outlines pros and cons of different methods.
Jul 11
Vasectomy Consent Form
A consent form that can be use with patients before a vasectomy.
Jun 27
Post-Procedure Self-Care Card
This 4.25″ x 5.5″ card offers a holistic lens to counseling and provides patients with information on how to care for themselves during or after a reproductive health procedure, like an IUD insertion or an abortion, with a focus on time, space, support, nourishment, and mindfulness. The card also provides a music playlist featuring BIPOC…
Jun 27
Vaginal Methods: Phexxi and Spermicide
Explains the basics of how to use spermicide and acidifying gel.
Jun 24
Insights: Bleeding Management for Medication Abortion and Early Pregnancy Care
Written By Anita Mutti, MD and Lori Atkinson, MD Patients using mifepristone and misoprostol or misoprostol-alone for management of early pregnancy loss (EPL) or medication abortion (MAB) are expected to have a bleeding phase.1 While these treatments are very safe and effective, a common concern includes excessive bleeding. It is imperative to counsel your patients…
Jun 17
An Overview of Pharmacologic and Non-Pharmacologic Pain Control Options for Intrauterine Device (IUD) Placement
Written by Meera Nagarsheth, MD Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are a safe and effective form of contraception and have numerous non-contraceptive benefits. However, pain and discomfort during IUD placement are commonly reported.1 The CDC’s 2024 US Selected Practice Recommendations (SPR) for Contraceptive Use recommends counseling patients on pain management options prior to IUD placement.2 Both actual…