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  • Medical Education
  • Reproductive Health
  • Public Health Policy

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  • The political landscape significantly impacts abortion training in the US.
  • While access has improved, substantial barriers hinder adequate provider training.
  • Existing data on residency training details is limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate access to abortion training for obstetrician-gynecologists, family practice physicians, and advanced practice providers.
  • To identify barriers affecting the adequacy and standardization of abortion training.
  • To assess the sustainability of abortion training access amidst legislative changes.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature and training program structures.
  • Analysis of reported access to contraception, miscarriage management, and abortion procedures training.
  • Examination of factors influencing training availability and standardization.

Main Results:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology residency programs mandate comprehensive family planning training.
  • Increasing percentages of graduating residents report access to family planning training.
  • Family Medicine and advanced practice clinician training is not mandated and often not standardized.
  • Initiatives have improved training opportunities, but legislative restrictions and provider shortages pose risks.
  • Hospital policies, lack of faculty, and state laws are significant barriers.

Conclusions:

  • Standardized, evidence-based abortion training is essential for maintaining access to reproductive healthcare services.
  • Addressing barriers like restrictive legislation and hospital policies is critical for the future of abortion training.
  • Ensuring integrated training is vital for a full spectrum of family planning care.