Abortion
A regulated medical procedure
Content reviewed by Dr. Laporte, Medical Director, Morgentaler ClinicAbortion is a medical procedure that allows for the safe and professional termination of a pregnancy. Supervised by healthcare specialists, this intervention is performed under optimal safety conditions to ensure the physical and psychological well-being of the individual concerned.
Each decision is made in consultation with the medical team, who provides all the necessary information for an informed choice.
In Canada, abortion is a right and can be performed without prior justification. Each person has the freedom to choose the best option based on their needs and personal situation.
This right is supported by medical and psychological support, ensuring a respectful and compassionate approach throughout the process.
Non-judgmental environment
Service in just one appointment
Welcoming environment
Appointments usually in less than a week
Confidential medical file
Accessible parking
Covered by the RAMQ
Women's team
Non-judgmental environment
Service in just one appointment
Welcoming environment
Appointments usually in less than a week
Confidential medical file
Accessible parking
Covered by the RAMQ
Women's team
Non-judgmental environment
Service in just one appointment
Welcoming environment
Appointments usually in less than a week
Confidential medical file
Accessible parking
Covered by the RAMQ
Women's team
Non-judgmental environment
Service in just one appointment
Welcoming environment
Appointments usually in less than a week
Confidential medical file
Accessible parking
Covered by the RAMQ
Women's team
Information on the different available options
The different abortion methods
In this video, discover the different abortion methods available, their benefits, and the considerations associated with each option.
Post-abortion recovery
This video presents the recovery steps after an abortion, as well as the care and follow-up needed for a good recovery.
Tableau comparatif
Comparing the instrument abortion with
the medical abortion
Number of weeks
- Up to 16 weeks
- (here at the clinic)
Success rate
99 %
Method
Dilatation and suction
Duration
5 to 10 minutes
Pain
Very mild to moderate, intravenous medications available
Bleeding
None, or light to moderate, for a period of up to three weeks.
Complications
Rare
Potential side effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
Back home
You cannot drive for 24h after the appointment
Recovery
Leave recommended on the day of the procedure
Main benefits
- Rapid intervention
- Presence of medical staff
Appointment
A single visit to the clinic
Preparation
You must fast for 2h before your appointment
Follow-up
Pregnancy test to do at home 4 weeks after the abortion.
- Abortion is a simple and safe medical procedure that ends a pregnancy.
- Abortion is normal, common, and an integral part of reproductive healthcare.
- There are two methods: medical abortion and instrumental abortion (sometimes called surgical abortion).
- Abortion at our clinic generally requires only one visit.
At the Morgentaler Clinic, we offer abortion services up to 16 weeks of pregnancy. The length of pregnancy is calculated from the date of your last menstrual period. An ultrasound is performed on-site the day of your appointment to confirm this duration.
- Medical abortion: possible up to the end of the 9th week.
- Surgical abortion: possible up to 16 weeks. After 14 weeks, two appointments are necessary.
If your pregnancy exceeds 16 weeks, we can refer you to another abortion center. Additionally, depending on availability, we may refer you to another center at the time of booking your appointment.
Although we are a private clinic, abortion is covered by the Quebec health insurance card (RAMQ) and by the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP). It is therefore free for anyone covered by RAMQ.
If you do not have either of these coverages, fees will apply and will be discussed when you book your appointment.
- Instrumental abortion has a 99% success rate.
- Medical abortion has a success rate of about 95%.
- In case of incomplete abortion, an evaluation is necessary.
Abortion is not linked to infertility. It is even possible to become pregnant again 2 weeks after the abortion.
Montreal
Laval
Villeray
Rosemont
Hochelaga
Ahuntsic
Côte-des-Neiges
Plateau
Montreal
Laval
Villeray
Rosemont
Hochelaga
Ahuntsic
Côte-des-Neiges
Plateau
Montreal
Laval
Villeray
Rosemont
Hochelaga
Ahuntsic
Côte-des-Neiges
Plateau
Montreal
Laval
Villeray
Rosemont
Hochelaga
Ahuntsic
Côte-des-Neiges
Plateau
Your choice. Your right.
Know that you are not alone in this process; we are here to support you and surround you with caring attention.
Our clinic is an inclusive and welcoming space, where everyone can find the help they need.
Covered by the RAMQ
Covered by the IFHP (refugees)
Fees apply if you do not have the RAMQ or the IFHP
