Learning objectives and who should attend

Learning objectives

  • Perform accurate history-taking, assess eligibility and identify contraindications for abortion care
  • Apply techniques to facilitate trust and mitigate abortion-related stigma in clinical practice
  • Provide appropriate guidance on contraceptive methods post-abortion
  • Describe and apply drug regimens used in medical abortion, understanding their mechanisms of action
  • Manage patients undergoing medical abortion at home, including offering advice on how to confirm completion 

Who should attend

  • All clinicians in obstetrics and gynaecology
  • Allied health professionals and physician associates working in reproductive health
  • GPs, midwives and nurses involved in women's healthcare
  • Students interested in understanding abortion care

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