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Feb 15

Contraceptive Pearl: Vasectomy Reversal

Written by Deyang Nyandak, MD. Vasectomy is a safe and effective permanent birth control method. Six to eight percent of married couples in the world rely on this method¹. Compared to vasectomy, tubal ligation has 20 times the risk of major complications and three times the cost².  Some patients regret vasectomy and wish to conceive. People…

Jan 18

Contraceptive Pearl: Special Considerations for People with Substance Use Disorder (SUD)

Written by Sheila Attaie, D.O. Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is a treatable chronic illness.  People with SUD have higher rates of unintended pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, infertility, and mortality related to pregnancy; and lower rates of contraceptive use¹. People with SUD face profound stigma, barriers to care, and even criminalization when interfacing with the medical industrial complex.…

Dec 21

Resources for Abortion Delivery (RAD)

RAD provides free legal compliance advice to eligible abortion providers in all U.S. states and territories through their Regulatory Assistance for Abortion Providers (RAAP) program on how to navigate restrictions and reduce the negative impacts of anti-abortion laws. Experts can help with questions about establishing or expanding services, complying with abortion-specific state laws, preparing for…