Procedural Abortion
Abortion Procedures are Safe,
Effective and Legal in Virginia
Abortion Procedures known as vacuum aspiration
Awake through 10 weeks or Asleep through 15 weeks
Same and next day appointments available
Procedural Abortion
Procedural Abortion (also known as vacuum aspiration) is a SAFE & EFFECTIVE option for ending a pregnancy. This method uses suction to gently remove the pregnancy. This procedure can be done asleep using IV sedation or awake using lidocaine.
What to Expect
PREPARE
- appointments may last 2-3 hours
- you may bring one support person/ NO CHILDREN
- cash & card accepted, go to pricing (link to pricing) for more details
LAB
- urine pregnancy test, weight, height, blood pressure, pulse and finger stick for hemoglobin count and RH typing
ULTRASOUND
- Transvaginal ultrasound to determine gestation
- If unable to visualize pregnancy during the ultrasound we will discuss options/next steps
PATIENT EDUCATION
- If telehealth not completed- our trained and compassionate educator will talk you through how the process will be at home, what to expect, aftercare, follow-ups and if requested they can discuss birth control options after your abortion.
FOLLOW-UP
- After two (2) weeks you will complete your follow-up wellness report/ This can be completed online, by phone. In person follow-up will be determined based on your report.
- After four (4) weeks you will take a urine, hCG hormone test at home (provided by us). In person follow-up may be determined based on your results.
- Follow-ups may vary per doctor’s instructions
AWAKE — LIDOCAINE
- 5–10-minute procedure
- Lidocaine injected to cervix
- May experience strong pressure and cramping
Recommended for patients with a high pain tolerance
ASLEEP — IV SEDATION
- 5-10-minute procedure
- IV-sedation, fully asleep for only 5-10 minutes
- NEED a trusted driver to go home
NEED to be fasting (no water, food, smoking) for 6 hours prior to appointment
We’re a member of the National Abortion Federation (NAF), a professional association of abortion providers, that offers benefits like access to quality assurance, technical assistance, training, and 24/7 security support, along with resources for continuing medical education and legal guidance.