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May 20
Written by Ellen Stoke, MD In the United States, the contraceptive implant is a single, soft, flexible progestin rod that is inserted subdermally in the upper arm. Globally, two-rod systems are also available and some patients still have a discontinued six-rod system in place. All contraceptive implants should be placed superficially, but occasionally patients and…
May 16
Aftercare instructions to use with patients having an progestin implant inserted.
May 16
This is an electronic health record template (from the EPIC system) for progestin implant insertion.
May 16
This is an electronic health record template (from the EPIC system) for progestin implant removal.
May 16
Some people prefer to take hormonal birth control without estrogen. This fact sheet highlights the progestin-only options that are available. Spanish: Updated 2025 Reading Grade Level (Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level): 6.2 Sources: CDC – Injectables – US SPR – Reproductive Health. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/reproductivehealth/contraception/mmwr/spr/injectables.html. Published May 20, 2021. Accessed…
May 15
A consent form that can be used with patients before inserting a progestin implant.
May 15
This fact sheet describes how the progestin implant (Nexplanon) is inserted, its efficacy, common side effects and average cost.
May 09
Explains the basics of how to use a diaphragm.
Apr 30
This fact sheet explains the steps someone can take to remove their own IUD at home. The fact sheet includes helpful images. Sources: Update informed by PICCK’s resource, How to Remove Your IUD By Yourself
Apr 30
This patient fact sheet outlines non-hormonal and hormonal birth control methods that can be purchased or used without a prescription.