Dr. Pendergraft
recognized a great need for second trimester
terminations in the Orlando area. Women were
finding it necessary to travel hundreds or
thousands of miles to a practitioner competent
in performing early and late second trimester
abortions. He discovered a great demand for
his services not only throughout the country,
but worldwide as well. He opened his first
medical office in March 1996, and has opened
five additional offices in Florida since then.
Dr. Pendergraft constantly strives to assure
that abortions are performed safely, and during
times that are convenient to patients. The
Orlando Women's Center provides abortion services
during a wide variety of times, seven days
a week.
If you are faced with an unplanned pregnancy, a complicated
pregnancy, or are thinking about having an abortion, we are
here to help in every way possible. Orlando Women's Center is
committed to offering all women and their families complete
and informative reproductive services. Once informed of the
risks and benefits of a termination procedure, it is our belief
that a woman will possess the mental, moral, physical and emotional
means to cope with difficult health issues, and make a decision
that is most appropriate for herself and her family. Abortion
is legal for women of all ages and no parental or spousal consent
is required in the State of Florida.
Women are entitled to the safest
and most effective medical care available, regardless of their
decision to carry the pregnancy to term or to have an abortion.
It is our belief that women who choose to have an abortion
should be able to have it performed in an environment that
is protected, safe, comfortable, confidential, and supportive.
We know this may be a burdensome
decision and that it can be a stressful time for a pregnant
woman and her family. Orlando Women's Center will provide
the information you need to make the best possible choice.
If you decide to have an abortion, our first concern is, and
will be for your safety and well-being.
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