Physicians for Reproductive Health
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Dear John,

Today marks three years since the Supreme Court decision was issued in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization , a case that reversed the decision in Roe v. Wade , upending the legal framework for abortion access in the United States.

We’ve witnessed exactly what we warned would happen: pregnant people robbed of the care they need, doctors forced to turn away patients in crisis or face punishment, and communities suffering the deadly consequences of politicians stripping away basic bodily autonomy.

To mark this anniversary, we’re amplifying the voices of frontline physicians living the daily fallout of abortion bans. In a powerful new TIME feature [[link removed]] and our own series of candid interviews [[link removed]] (preview below), PRH doctors share what they’re seeing in exam rooms nationwide—and what the path toward restoration looks like in a post- Dobbs world.

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You’re making it possible for doctors to fight back — loudly, publicly, and without apology. Bringing the facts to light, exposing the suffering policymakers have caused, and fighting for the policy changes needed to protect our rights and save lives.

This devastation isn’t accidental. It’s the result of a calculated effort to control who gets pregnant, who stays pregnant, who survives, and who gets the resources to raise a family.

It’s violent. It’s dangerous. And with your help, it can be stopped.

Give now to power this fight. [[link removed]] Your donation helps doctors speak out, protect patients, and push back against the political attacks putting lives at risk. There’s no time to wait.

In solidarity,

Jamila Perritt, MD MPH FACOG
President & CEO
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Rebuilding Reproductive Health Care: Physician Stories from the Post-Dobbs Era

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Here we explore the grief, frustration, uncertainty, and hope of those on the frontlines of abortion care – featuring the perspectives of Dr. Elizabeth Sulger in New York, Dr. Kendra Harris in Massachusetts, and Dr. Janelle Lee in Arizona.

How has the Dobbs decision influenced your ability to do your work and care for your patients? What has life looked like for you over the last three years?

Dr. Elisabeth Sulger (New York):

" The Dobbs decision falling squarely within my residency training motivated me further toward reproductive justice and the pursuit of a fellowship in Complex Family Planning. I knew that the capacity to provide abortion care would be unpredictable and limited in a future without Roe v. Wade, and I wanted to do everything in my power to meet those challenges as an advanced provider.

“The restrictions on providers were forcing many to move out of areas where they were being newly persecuted for their services, which has further widened health disparities. Subsequently, we saw an influx of referrals and complex cases coming into our network. This has meant more time learning about the logistics of travel and transportation, seeking additional resources and support for patients, and being flexible and adaptable to consistently changing circumstances. It has meant working tirelessly towards better patient care, even while knowing that the future is uncertain."

Dr. Kendra Harris (Massachusetts)

“Training in a post Dobbs world, I have continuously prioritized my goal of learning to be a physician advocate who influences state and institutional policy, through lobbying, testifying and protesting, with the goal of connecting it all back to patient care.

“Policy has become increasingly hostile towards abortion and sexual health providers like myself and sadly this has emboldened some in the anti-abortion movement to become violent. My job is to advocate for and provide evidence-based, compassionate, equitable health care for my patients while keeping myself and my family safe.”

Dr. Janelle Lee (Arizona)

“As a parent and as a full-spectrum family physician who provides comprehensive reproductive care that spans preventative care, family planning, contraception, obstetrics, and pregnancy termination, I struggled deeply with this government ruling that interfered with a person’s right to choose. The ban forced me to evaluate whether I could be more effective serving on the Board of Directors of an abortion organization, versus providing direct patient care as an abortion provider. I ultimately chose to continue using my skills by providing direct patient care, ensuring quality access, and collecting the many stories my patients share. Six months after the decision, I became an abortion provider in a restricted state.

“As a rural health provider, I did not let a 200-300-mile commute to the nearest abortion clinic limit my resolve to provide safe and equitable abortion care. It was a distance many patients face who do not have the luxury of traveling out of town to access the full spectrum of care needed to complete an abortion. The hardships of taking time off work, the logistics of travel, and child-care arrangements were palpable and real. While I committed to making that commute two or sometimes three times a month, provider availability was often the limiting factor of whether someone could have their abortion scheduled within their gestational age limit, versus requiring an out-of-state referral, which was often more costly and intangible."

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