One area the article is misleading is the medical necessity for the ultrasound. We make sure the pregnancy is in the uterus, an ectopic pregnancy is a life threatening condition. We can date the pregnancy to see how far along they are and most importantly we confirm that it is a viable pregnancy if there is a heartbeat. 15% -20% pregnancies end in miscarriage.
I've had several woman come in planning to abort, but it wasn't a viable pregnancy and they miscarried. I was so glad they didn't go through the trauma of the abortion.
As for pressuring or judging woman, at our clinic that is not true. Most of our clients that still decide to abort bring their pregnant friends because they know we can help. We are often told how warm and caring we are, not like Planned Parenthood.
Our clinic also has 3 maternity homes, a thrift shop where girls can get vouchers for maternity clothes, car seats, etc. We also offer free parenting classes where by coming they earn new baby clothes and diapers.
As the article says, we are saving one woman at a time.
As for pressuring or judging woman, at our clinic that is not true.
Yeah, they are full of crap. I really loved the story in the article about the girl who "drove all the way from Charlotte." I suspect the abortion doctor knew that the reporter would not have asked to speak to the girl, but might have if she were right there in town.