While this does not replace the need for routine exams from a health care provider, it is another way women can take responsibility for their own health. In our abortion and gynecology services we promote patient rights. Emma Goldman Clinic's position as a leader in the women's health movement is a legacy we strive to carry forward. This means advocating for women's health care needs from the exam room to Capitol Hill. We acknowledge that women are capable of understanding and evaluating information about their own bodies and health.
Women belong at the center of decision-making for their health care.
For this reason, we strive to promote clients rights through all of our services. Every woman has the right to become an informed participant in her own health care. We want women to be empowered by the information they gain, and through the choices they make. Norplant - When Norplant was released as the latest and greatest method of birth control, the Clinic made the decision not to offer Norplant to our clients. The reason for this decision was two-fold.