ESOG News

ESOG Congratulates SPHMMC

The Ethiopian Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ESOG) would like to congratulate St. Paul's Hospital Millennium Medical College (SPHMMC) on its 75th Anniversary. ESOG has worked and will continue to work closely with SPHMMC on maternal, sexual, reproductive health, and other themes of common interest.

ESOG's Position Statement on Reproductive Decision-making

ESOG Warns, Restricting Access to Abortion Care Harms Women and Families

When to become a parent, how one becomes a parent, and what pregnancy decisions each person makes are incredibly complicated personal choices. For individuals with complex medical or family histories, these decisions often require partnering with clinicians to achieve the best outcomes. Even when a pregnancy is planned and wanted, there are times when abortion procedures must be performed to save a life. 

ESOG members are dedicated to achieving the best health for all. While members understand that abortion is an emotionally charged issue with passionate, thoughtful people on both sides, and many different diverse views and perspectives, members have a responsibility to do everything possible to keep their patients safe. Therefore, ESOG stands with its members across the country who works daily to help individuals with reproductive decisions. As The Ethiopian Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists advocates, decisions about when to continue and when to end a pregnancy are medical decisions and must be individualized in consultation with clinicians. 

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