Joan Fleischman MD

Ending Early Pregnancy The Natural Way With
Dr Joan Fleischman MD

When it comes to ending your pregnancy, the earlier you are, the more options you have. A pregnancy is considered early if you’ve missed a period or two. At this time, your body is primarily preparing for pregnancy and it’s too soon to tell if it is viable.

Dr Joan Fleischman MD created Early Options® to simplify your medical care by providing natural, noninvasive options: SofTouch®, known medically as manual vacuum aspiration, and the Abortion Pill. These methods are endorsed by The World Health Organization (WHO) as the two safest ways to end early pregnancy. Trained at Harvard, Dr Joan Fleischman MD, developed SofTouch® in order to normalize the early abortion experience. SofTouch® can also be used to treat an early miscarriage, or to treat an incomplete surgical abortion.

When you make an appointment at Early Options®, you do not need to decide which method you will choose. You can speak with one of our doctors, Dr Joan Fleischman MD, to help you decide which method is best for you. Dr Joan Fleischman MD has been providing abortions for over 20 years and listening to women who have made the decision to end their pregnancies.

SofTouch^®

The SofTouch^® procedure, medically known as Manual Vacuum Aspiration (MVA), can be used to end an early pregnancy or treat a miscarriage. This noninvasive method involves a small, hand-held device that quietly brings a natural release of your menstrual flow. With nearly 100% effectiveness, there’s no waiting or wondering if the SofTouch^® method worked. 9 out of 12 women who come to Early Options^® prefer it over other abortion procedures/methods.

Abortion Pill

While our practice is completely private, some women prefer to bring about a natural miscarriage in the comfort of their own home. That’s when the Abortion Pill is a good option. We provide you with everything you need for a comfortable and safe experience, from pain relief medication to 24/7 access to one of our physicians.

Your Options

SofTouch^®

The SofTouch^® procedure, medically known as Manual Vacuum Aspiration (MVA), can be used to end an early pregnancy or treat a miscarriage. This noninvasive method involves a small, hand-held device that quietly brings a natural release of your menstrual flow. With nearly 100% effectiveness, there’s no waiting or wondering if the SofTouch^® method worked. 9 out of 10 women who come to Early Options^® prefer it over other abortion procedures/methods.

Abortion Pill

Decided, know you’re early?
Schedule an appointment

If you have decided to end your pregnancy and you are between 5 and 10 weeks from the first day of your last menstrual period, we can schedule you right away. During your appointment, you will meet with the doctor one-on-one. From there, you can move forward with whichever option you and doctor decide is best for you. To learn more about how your appointment will go step by step, click here.

Undecided, don’t know how far along you are? Schedule a consultation

We can offer you a one-on-one consultation with one of our doctors who will provide you with in-depth information based on your specific situation. She will complete an ultrasound so you know how early in your pregnancy you are. You’ll be able to go over every option available, specific to your needs. We’re here to listen, not to pressure you.

“Early Options is a place where I felt safe, supported and taken care of during one of the most vulnerable times of my life.”

“I honestly wish every medical experience could be this comfortable and efficient”

“The attunement of the staff to my emotional needs at the time was incredible.”

“There is truly no need for anesthesia. The process is quick and so is the recovery time.”

"During an emotionally charged time in a woman's life, going to place with privacy and peacefulness is extremely important."

"I know that finding a place like this that treats you with dignity, respect and without judgment is pivotal to making peace. "

"I felt so at ease with all of the staff. They were so kind and talked to me like I was a real person."

"They literally held my hand each step of the way and comforted me."

"I was nervous and scared, but was quickly put to ease. They even allowed my partner in the room with me to hold my hand."

"Take it from someone who was an absolute nervous wreck coming into this office, the staff was unbelievable."

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