What to Expect When Visiting an Abortion Clinic
Visiting an abortion clinic for the first time may come with uncertainty about what to expect. Your visit may involve confirming and assessing the pregnancy, reviewing your medical history and suitability for available options and explaining the steps required before any treatment can proceed.
Knowing how the visit may unfold can help you prepare your questions and better understand what comes next.
Before Your Visit: How to Prepare for Your Appointment
Before your visit, check whether the clinic has provided any specific instructions for your appointment. Requirements can differ depending on your circumstances and what may be needed during the visit.
Preparing relevant information and questions beforehand can also help you make better use of your time with the doctor.
What to Bring With You
Depending on your circumstances, you may be asked to bring identification and relevant medical information to your appointment. It can also be helpful to have details of any medications or supplements you currently take, allergies and existing medical conditions.
If you have medical records that may be relevant to your pregnancy or health, check when booking whether you should bring them to your appointment.
Questions to Prepare
It can be difficult to remember everything you want to ask once you are in the consultation room, particularly when discussing a sensitive or unfamiliar situation. Before your visit, consider noting down anything you would like your doctor to clarify so you can refer to it during the consultation.
Can Someone Accompany You?
You may prefer to attend your appointment alone or have a partner, friend or family member accompany you.
If you would like someone to come with you, ask the abortion clinic about its policy beforehand. Whether your companion can remain with you throughout the appointment may depend on clinic procedures and clinical considerations.
What Happens When You Arrive?
After registration, you will generally proceed to a consultation with the doctor. This is where your pregnancy and relevant health information can be assessed before the doctor discusses the options that may be suitable for you and what needs to happen before treatment can proceed.
What Happens During Your Consultation?
Your consultation allows the doctor to understand your circumstances, discuss your pregnancy, health and abortion options and address any questions or concerns you may have.
Discussing Your Medical and Pregnancy History
Your doctor will ask about your pregnancy and relevant aspects of your health to understand your circumstances and identify any factors that may affect your care. Providing accurate information helps the doctor assess which abortion options may be medically appropriate for you.
Confirming and Assessing the Pregnancy
Your doctor may check where the pregnancy is developing and how far along it is, which may involve an ultrasound. This helps identify concerns that may need medical attention and allows your doctor to discuss which abortion options may be suitable for your stage of pregnancy.
Discussing Your Available Options
The abortion options your doctor can discuss will depend on factors such as how far along the pregnancy is, your health and whether there are any medical concerns identified during the assessment.
Your preferences can be part of the discussion, but the doctor will also need to consider which approaches are medically suitable for your circumstances.
Understanding Potential Risks and What to Expect
During your first visit, your doctor will explain what the proposed care involves, the effects you may expect and any relevant risks. This gives you an opportunity to understand the information and ask questions before deciding on your next steps.
What Happens After Your Consultation?
After your consultation, your next steps will depend on the doctor's assessment and the abortion option considered suitable for you. You may receive instructions on preparing for treatment, be asked to complete further tests or arrange another appointment before treatment can proceed.
Preparing for the Next Stage of Care
Depending on your circumstances, there may be counselling or a waiting period to complete before treatment can proceed. Further tests may also be recommended based on the doctor's assessment. Your doctor will explain any preparations you need to make and whether you need to return for another appointment.
Arranging Your Next Appointment
If treatment cannot proceed during your first visit, the clinic may arrange another appointment for the next stage of your care. Your doctor will explain why you need to return, what will happen at the next appointment and whether you need to complete any steps beforehand.
Discuss Your Pregnancy Options at Women's Clinic of Singapore
Arranging your first appointment may come with questions or uncertainty about what lies ahead. Speaking with a doctor can help you understand your pregnancy and which options may be medically suitable for your circumstances.
At Women's Clinic of Singapore, you can consult Dr Jen Shek Wei, an obstetrician and gynaecologist, about your pregnancy and the options that may be available to you. Dr Jen can address your questions and explain the medical considerations that may affect your care. Book an appointment with us to have your pregnancy assessed and discuss the options available to you.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Visiting an Abortion Clinic
Will treatment happen during my first visit to an abortion clinic?
Not necessarily. Your first visit may focus on discussing your circumstances and assessing your pregnancy and health. Whether treatment can take place during the same appointment depends on factors such as your individual circumstances, clinical assessment and applicable requirements. Further assessments or another appointment may be needed before treatment.
How long should I allow for my first abortion clinic visit?
The amount of time required can vary according to the clinic and what is needed during your appointment. Registration, the doctor's consultation and any recommended examinations or investigations can all affect the duration. Ask the clinic when booking if you need help planning how much time to set aside.
Do I need to confirm my pregnancy before visiting an abortion clinic?
You can contact the clinic even if you have only confirmed your pregnancy with a home pregnancy test. During your visit, the doctor may recommend further assessment to confirm the pregnancy, determine how far along it is and understand what options may be appropriate.
Meet Our Doctor
Dr Jen Shek Wei
Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
Dr Jen Shek Wei is an obstetrician and gynaecologist with over four decades of clinical experience. He graduated from medical school in Singapore in 1979, having earned multiple academic awards, and went on to complete his postgraduate training in both Singapore and the United Kingdom by early 1985. Dr Jen began his specialist career as a consultant at several key institutions, including Kandang Kerbau Hospital, Toa Payoh Hospital, and the National University of Singapore. In 1988 he was elected a Fellow of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore, in recognition for his medical contributions.
In 1988, Dr Jen set up his private practice and opened clinics in Ang Mo Kio and Tampines to make women’s healthcare more accessible. These clinics have served a large and growing patient base ever since, reflecting his commitment to community-based care. Dr Jen’s patient-first approach has earned him a strong reputation for both clinical excellence and compassionate service.
In 1988, Dr Jen set up his private practice and opened clinics in Ang Mo Kio and Tampines to make women’s healthcare more accessible. These clinics have served a large and growing patient base ever since, reflecting his commitment to community-based care. Dr Jen’s patient-first approach has earned him a strong reputation for both clinical excellence and compassionate service.
In recognition of Dr Jen’s sustained contributions and expertise, he was named a Fellow of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (London) in 1999—an honour reserved for senior specialists who have demonstrated a significant impact on the field. His credentials reflect both a lifelong dedication to medicine and a deep commitment to advancing women's health in Singapore.
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