Scheduling an Abortion

MHCW receptionists are available between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. weekdays, and most Saturday mornings, to answer questions and schedule appointments. Please call:

• Twin Cities Metro Area: 612-332-2311
• Toll Free: 1-800-998-6075

You can schedule an appointment for a surgical abortion at our clinic if you are less than 15 weeks from the first day of your last menstrual period. An option for you to consider if you are less than 8 weeks is medical abortion which uses two medications to end the pregnancy. Both procedures require one 3-5 hour visit to our clinic and a follow up appointment. More information about surgical and medical abortion is available in the Health Services section of our website, as well as from clinic staff.

All patients must receive State mandated information at least 24 hours before their abortion appointment. You will be scheduled to speak with a doctor at least one day before your appointment, and cannot be seen until you have completed this conversation. Minnesota Laws Affecting Abortion

If you are under 18 years old, Minnesota State Law requires that you notify your parents or receive permission from a judge to have an abortion. Detailed instructions to help you comply with the law are available on this website.

Please allow 20 minutes to schedule your appointment. Be prepared with a pencil and notepad to take down reminders, and provide insurance information if you are covered.

When you call the clinic, you will receive the following information to help you prepare for your appointment.

Abortion Appointment Instructions

• Use no alcohol or recreational drugs the night before or the day of your abortion appointment.
• Take no aspirin the night before or the day of your abortion appointment. If you take medication on a regular basis, continue to do so.
• Take a shower or bath before your appointment.
• Wear loose, comfortable clothing. It is often chilly in the clinic, so dress in layers.
• Eat a meal before you come in for your abortion appointment. You will not be able to eat once you have arrived at the clinic.
• Bring a photo ID and insurance cards.
• After your abortion you will have bleeding similar to a menstrual period, so bring two sanitary napkins.
• Be on time. We cannot guarantee that the doctor will be able to see you if you are more than a half hour late.
• Limit your guests to one other adult. We have a small waiting room, and cannot accommodate children.
• Plan to spend 3-5 hours at your abortion appointment.
• You must make arrangements for a ride home if you plan to take a sedative to help with relaxation during the abortion procedure.

If you have any questions, please call the clinic at 612-332-2311 or 1-800-998-6075.