EPISODE · Mar 14, 2022 · 20 MIN
Future of Abortion Part 1: Medicine
from Headlines From The Times · host Molly Hennessy-Fiske, Kinsee Morlan, Denise Guerra, Mario Diaz, Kasia Broussalian, Shannon Lin, Shani O. Hilton, Gustavo Arellano, Jazmín Aguilera, Angel Carreras, Ashlea Brown
Dr. Warren Hern has seen the past, present and future of the abortion debate in the United States. The Colorado doctor remembers treating women for illegal abortions, was there for the opening arguments of the landmark Supreme Court case Roe vs. Wade — and now fears what might happen if it’s struck down.Today, Dr. Hern talks about his career.More reading:As a med student, he saw women nearly die from illegal abortions. At 83, he sees no end to his work60 hours, 50 abortions: A California doctor’s monthly commute to a Texas clinicCalifornia plans to be abortion sanctuary if Roe vs. Wade is overturned
What this episode covers
Dr. Warren Hern has performed abortions since before Roe v. Wade. He speaks about his career — and the fears he has for the future.
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