Updates in Family Planning for Adolescents and Medical Uses of Contraceptives

Sorting through an ever-increasing number of birth control methods is a challenge for providers, yet vulnerable young patients are in particular need of guidance and support. Rooting her talk in the conviction that every individual has the right to safety and options in reproductive care, adolescent health specialist Lela Bachrach, MD, MS, covers everything from medical abortion and emergency contraception to implants and an over-the-counter pill. She points out factors that may influence a patient's decision and discusses medical uses of hormonal contraceptives in this population. Bonus: Discover a free app from the CDC highlighting choices appropriate for specific circumstances or health conditions.

Learning Objectives:

• Discuss a reproductive justice framework and youth-centered approaches to meet individual family planning needs.
• Describe the advantages and disadvantages of contraceptive methods, including medical uses and non-contraceptive benefits of various options.
• Access and apply the US Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use guideline and app.