Family Planning Clinic – Abortion Clinic Patients can access the clinic with or without a referral from a physician. Centralized Intake Line 1-844-806-9205 The Centralized Intake Line is a telephone service that can help you navigate your options for medical and surgical abortions and secure a timely appointment. Callers may be asked to leave a voicemail and will receive a call back during operating hours (8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday to Friday). For contraception services please call: 506-857-5243 The Family Planning Clinic offers information on and access to a range of services associated with unplanned pregnancy and contraception. Available services include: Assistance with pregnancy decision-making Abortion care (1-844-806-9205) Surgical abortions for a pregnancy of less than 14 weeks, (and up to 18 weeks depending on physician availability) Medical abortion for a pregnancy of less than 10 weeks Contraception (506-857-5243) Access to emergency contraception Contraception counseling Intra-uterine device insertion, change and removal Implant (Nexplanon) insertion, change and removal FAQs ProcedureEarly Medical AbortionUterine Aspiration (Surgical Abortion)How does it work?Combination of medication that cause the uterus to push out the pregnancy tissueDoctor uses suction to empty your uterusWhen can it be done?Pregnancy less than 10 weeksPregnancy less than 14 weeks(and up to 18 weeks depending on physician availability)How effective is it?95% success rate99% success rateHow much does it cost?Free for health care card holders from across CanadaFree for health care card holders from across CanadaHow long does it take for the abortion to be complete?Usually completed within 48 hoursProcedure itself usually takes less than 15 minutesWhat are the advantages of this method?High success rate (95%)Ability to pass the pregnancy at home may offer women more privacyCan be used very early in pregnancyResembles a ‘natural miscarriage’ or a heavy menstrual periodAvoids uterine aspiration, unless it fails (5%)It is possible to have Nexplanon implant inserted at the same appointmentHigh success rate (99%)Usually less bleeding and pain for less timePerformed by a physician with support of nurses and counsellorA very simple and safe procedure that involves uterine aspirationProcedure is completed in less than 15 minutesIt is possible to have an intra-uterine devices (IUD) or Nexplanon implant inserted right away, at the end of the procedureWhat are the disadvantages of this method?Cramping can be very painful for some womenBleeding may last longer than after uterine aspirationWomen often see blood clots and may see pregnancy tissueAbout 5% of women will need a uterine aspiration after medical abortionFollow-up bloodwork is required seven days later to assess successful treatment (can be done in your home community)Involves a procedure in which medical instruments enter the uterusMay seem less private to some womenPartner or support person are not permitted in the procedure room (COVID-19 Update: Click here for guidelines or restrictions that may be in place.)A driver is requiredWill abortion affect future pregnancies?NoNo Horizon locations offering this service: Moncton Facility Name Address Phone The Moncton Hospital 135 MacBeath Ave., Moncton, New Brunswick, E1C 6Z8 506-857-5111