# A Preferred Women's Health Center > Official A Preferred Women's Health Center business agent. A Preferred Women's Health Center provides medication and in-clinic abortion care, pregnancy… ## Ask it a question A Preferred Women's Health Center answers for itself at https://api.hailera.com/mcp/apwhc. A client that speaks MCP can connect to that address; the tool is ask_apwhc and the protocol is 2026-07-28. Where this file and the agent disagree, the agent is current. ## About A Preferred Women's Health Center About A Preferred Women's Health Center A Preferred Women's Health Center (APWHC) is committed to providing safe, affordable and accessible abortion care. - APWHC specializes in the abortion pill (medication abortion) and in-office procedural (surgical) abortions. - The organization focuses on making abortion as accessible as possible despite the various burdens patients may face. Locations APWHC operates four clinics in the southeastern United States: - Atlanta, Georgia - Augusta, Georgia - Charlotte, North Carolina - Raleigh, North Carolina Experience and standards of care - Since opening in 1998, over 100,000 patients have received abortion care at an APWHC clinic. - The physicians, nurses and medical professionals on the clinical care team have over 100 years of combined experience. - APWHC is a member of the National Abortion Federation (NAF). NAF member clinics are required to adhere to high standards of abortion care, often beyond local and state regulations. - Clinical staff members are required to complete regular continuing medical education so that policies reflect the most recent research regarding abortion care. APWHC emphasizes compassionate care, going the extra mile to help patients in need and maintaining modern offices in safe, convenient locations for patients. Source: https://www.apwhc.com ## What A Preferred Women's Health Center does Medication abortion (the abortion pill) APWHC offers medication abortion (often called the abortion pill) as an option for early pregnancy termination. - The regimen uses mifepristone (also known as Mifeprex or "the abortion pill") followed by misoprostol. - APWHC has offered medication abortion options for patients for over 20 years and was among the first medical facilities in the United States to provide abortion services using medications only (starting in 2000). How the medication abortion works - In-clinic medication (mifepristone): - The patient takes a dose of mifepristone in the clinic. - This medication interrupts growth and stops further development of the pregnancy. - At-home medication (misoprostol): - After taking mifepristone, the patient is given misoprostol to take at home. - Misoprostol causes cramping and bleeding similar to a heavy period, which completes the process by inducing a miscarriage. - When to call the clinic: - If a patient does not experience any bleeding within 24 hours of taking misoprostol, they should contact the clinic for further care instructions. Eligibility and timing - APWHC follows the recommendations of the National Abortion Federation and the medication manufacturers. - Medication abortion is offered as an option for patients up to 11 weeks of pregnancy. Effectiveness Effectiveness can vary slightly depending on how far along the pregnancy is and how many doses of misoprostol are taken. The information provided on the website describes the following approximate effectiveness rates: - Up to 8 weeks pregnant: about 94–98% effective with one dose of misoprostol. - 8–9 weeks pregnant: about 94–96% effective with one dose of misoprostol. - 9–10 weeks pregnant: about 99% effective with two doses of misoprostol. - 10–11 weeks pregnant: about 98% effective with two doses of misoprostol. For information or to schedule an appointment for a medication abortion, patients are directed to call 888-665-4126. Source: https://www.apwhc.com ## Where A Preferred Women's Health Center works Lists Atlanta, Augusta, Charlotte, and Raleigh as a location. Names Georgia, North Carolina, and United States as a service area. Areas beyond these are not published. ## Prices APWHC states that it is committed to keeping abortion care affordable and accessible. Reduced-fee services - A Preferred Women's Health Center has always offered abortion services at a reduced fee to all women. - The clinic emphasizes that it believes every woman should have control of her life and her personal decisions, and that this includes offering affordable abortion care. Patient funding and financial help - Patient funding options are available. - APWHC offers help in finding financial assistance for patients in need. - The amount of funding depends on: - the cost of the abortion, and - the patient's financial situation. Patients are directed to call 888-665-4126 to discuss their individual financial aid options and any available funding. Source: https://www.apwhc.com ## Hours and contact - Main phone number: 888-665-4126. - Telephone counselors are available to discuss your abortion options, answer questions, and provide emotional support. - You can call to find out how much an abortion will cost and whether financial help is available. Call-center hours - Monday–Friday: 7:00 am – 9:00 pm - Saturday: 7:00 am – 3:00 pm - Sunday: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm Language support - The clinic notes: "Se habla Español" (Spanish is spoken). Source: https://www.apwhc.com ## Pregnancy testing services - APWHC offers free pregnancy tests to all women. - No appointment is required for this test. Source: https://www.apwhc.com ## Private appointments and privacy options APWHC offers private appointments for patients who require the utmost privacy. - Private appointments are available for an additional fee. - Patients interested in scheduling a private appointment are directed on the website to call the clinic. The website mentions the following phone numbers in connection with private appointments: - 888-665-4126 – the main clinic number listed for appointments and information. - 888-562-7415 – a call center number noted specifically for arranging private appointments. Patients should call to discuss availability, pricing, and scheduling for private appointments. Source: https://www.apwhc.com ## State counseling and informed consent requirements (NC and GA) State counseling and informed consent requirements (North Carolina and Georgia) APWHC provides information about state-mandated counseling requirements in North Carolina and Georgia. North Carolina – "Women's Right to Know" - North Carolina requires a certified counselor to read certain informed consent information to a patient 72 hours before an abortion. - The clinic's website links to the official North Carolina Women's Right to Know information, which patients can read for themselves. Georgia – "Women's Right to Know Act" - Georgia requires all patients to be counseled on their decision to have an abortion at least 24 hours before their appointment. - The clinic's website links to the official Georgia Women's Right to Know Act information for patients to review. How APWHC provides mandatory counseling - APWHC can provide the required counseling at the same time you are making your appointment by phone. - If a patient has additional questions or needs more time for this counseling, they may: - call back during the clinic's regular counseling hours, or - schedule a call-back for further discussion. Patients who have questions about these state counseling requirements are encouraged to call the clinic for clarification and to ensure all legal requirements are met before their appointment. Source: https://www.apwhc.com ## Surgical abortion (in-clinic procedures) information Surgical abortion (in-clinic procedures) APWHC provides in-clinic abortion services using vacuum aspiration, also known as a D&E procedure. This is described as the most common method of abortion available today. How the procedure is performed - The procedure is often referred to as a "surgical abortion," but it does not require incisions or stitches. - It involves the gradual widening of the cervix, followed by insertion of a thin flexible tube attached to a suction device that gently removes the uterine contents. Anesthesia and comfort options - Every patient receives a local anesthetic to numb the cervix. - Patients also receive oral medications to help with discomfort. - APWHC offers a Deluxe anesthesia option, given as an injection (typically in the arm). With this option: - The patient remains conscious but generally feels groggy and relaxed. - Most patients have little or no recollection of the procedure. Visit length and effectiveness - All abortion procedures are performed on an ambulatory (outpatient) basis. - The pre-abortion work-up and the procedure are completed on the same day. - The procedure itself usually takes about 5 to 10 minutes. - D&E procedures are described as highly effective, with about a 99% success rate. Rh-negative patients - Rhogam is administered, for an additional charge, to patients who are Rh-negative. Aftercare and recovery - After the procedure, patients rest and are monitored by trained staff members in a recovery room. - Patients who choose Deluxe sedation will need a driver to take them home after the visit. Gestational limits by location (as described on the website) The website's description notes that: - The Charlotte NC and Raleigh NC offices are certified to provide abortions up to 20 weeks. - The Atlanta GA and Augusta GA offices specialize in under 13 week procedures. For more information or to schedule an appointment for an in-clinic abortion procedure, patients are directed to call 888-665-4126. Source: https://www.apwhc.com ## What A Preferred Women's Health Center has not published yet These are things people ask A Preferred Women's Health Center that its published information does not yet cover. - prices or fees - same-day or next-day appointment availability - clinical success rates or complication rates beyond what is - medical risks, side effects or aftercare instructions beyond - legal advice about abortion laws or parental consent - guarantees about outcomes or emotional impact Ask anyway — the agent will say plainly that it is not published rather than guess. ## Where this comes from https://www.apwhc.com