Abortion access in Fort Worth, Texas is extremely limited due to restrictive state abortion laws. Family Planning Associates Medical Group (FPA Chicago) is a nationally recognized provider of safe, compassionate abortion and reproductive health care, serving patients from across Texas and the United States for over 35 years. We are one of the largest and most trusted independent abortion providers in the country.
Many patients travel from Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, and surrounding states to obtain abortion care at FPA clinics. There is no waiting period in Illinois, and most patients can be seen within 1–5 days of scheduling. Our care team will work closely with you to help plan your travel and ensure your visit is comfortable, private, and supportive.
FPA offers comprehensive reproductive healthcare including STD testing, contraception visits (with or without a physical exam), first-trimester abortion, medication abortion (the abortion pill) up to 13 weeks, and second-trimester abortion procedures up to 24 weeks.
As Texas and other states have passed increasingly restrictive abortion laws, FPA has adapted quickly to provide safe, legal abortion care for patients traveling from Fort Worth and across Texas who can no longer receive these services locally.
Texas has over 7 million people of reproductive age, and Fort Worth residents face some of the strictest abortion laws in the nation. Abortion is currently banned in Texas except under extremely limited circumstances. Historically, laws have also required parental consent and notification for minors, enforced a 24-hour waiting period after an in-person counseling session, and prohibited most private health insurance plans from covering abortion care.
These barriers have made it difficult for many Texans to access abortion in the first trimester—when the procedure is safest. At FPA Chicago, there are no waiting periods, no parental consent barriers for adults, and no restrictions designed to delay your care. We can see patients Monday through Saturday, providing confidential, high-quality medical care.
Many patients traveling from Fort Worth, Texas are able to obtain free or reduced-cost abortion care.
Our staff can help you determine whether you qualify for financial assistance or travel support programs.
We work hard to keep our fees affordable, offer generous discounts to patients facing financial hardship, and collaborate with
The National Abortion Federation and
state-based abortion funds
to ensure that every person who needs an abortion can access one—regardless of their financial situation.
Travel assistance is also available if you cannot afford to drive or fly to Chicago for your appointment.
The Chicago Abortion Fund
offers help with travel arrangements, transportation costs, and procedure funding.
Click here to contact the Chicago Abortion Fund
for support with travel or procedure expenses.
We understand that safety is a top concern for our patients. According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), abortion is an extremely safe medical procedure. ACOG reports that “Most abortions are safely performed in an outpatient, non-hospital setting. The risk of maternal death associated with childbirth is 14 times higher than the risk associated with abortion.”
Only about 2% of patients experience complications, and most are minor and easily treated with follow-up care or antibiotics. Our clinical staff will review your medical history and personalize your care for your safety and comfort.
At FPA Chicago, we are committed to providing a safe, private, and compassionate environment. Our approachable team will answer your questions, review your options, and help you feel comfortable and supported at every step of your visit.
All of our physicians are board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and many hold appointments at respected hospitals in the Chicago area. Our entire staff—including clinicians, nurses, and administrative personnel—work closely together to ensure your experience is confidential, caring, and medically safe. This dedication to patient-centered, high-quality care is a cornerstone of our mission at FPA.
Call 312-707-8988 for more information on the abortion pill, surgical abortion or to schedule an appointment.
At FPA Chicago, we provide same day appointments and Saturday appointments for Houston, TX residents including abortion pills and many other services. We also have online appointments available—see our full website for more information on our organization and the services we provide.