A practicing OBGYN argues that there is no such thing as a “medically necessary abortion.” This article explores what he means, how life-threatening pregnancy complications are treated, and whether abortion bans prevent doctors from providing life-saving care.

Is abortion truly safe for mothers? This article examines the difference between therapeutic and elective abortion, challenges the broad use of “medically necessary abortion,” and argues that elective abortion carries physical, psychological, relational, and cultural risks that are often minimized in public debate.

In many ways, abortion is safer than it was many years ago. But is abortion really SAFE, full stop? This blog weighs that heavy question. The answer might surprise you.