Post-Dobbs, Abortion Clinics Find New Ways to Serve Patients in States with Bans

In the aftermath of the Dobbs decision, which significantly altered the legal landscape for abortion in the U.S., clinics in states with stringent bans have been forced to adapt. Houston Women’s Reproductive Services, for instance, has downsized drastically from nearly 5,000 square feet to an 800-square-foot facility. The Texas clinic also reduced its staff from more than a dozen full-time employees to just a medical director and three part-time staff members.

Though no longer able to provide abortions, the clinic has pivoted its focus to other services while remaining operational. “I was willing to make whatever sacrifices needed to be made to keep our head above water, just keep the doors open and the lights on, and be able to provide care to these people who desperately need our help,” said clinic administrator Kathy Kleinfeld. This determination underscores the ongoing efforts of many clinics to continue serving their communities despite legal and operational challenges.

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