btw here this is what happens to a OBG in Texas
In Texas, doctors who violate the abortion ban can face severe penalties, including up to 99 years in prison, hefty fines, and the loss of their medical license, though there are exceptions for saving the life or preventing substantial harm to the pregnant person.
Here's a more detailed breakdown of the potential consequences for doctors under Texas's current abortion laws:
Penalties for Performing an Illegal Abortion:
- Criminal Charges:
- Performing an abortion that violates Texas law can result in a second-degree felony charge.
- The penalty escalates to a first-degree felony if the abortion results in the death of the fetus.
- A first-degree felony carries a prison sentence of 5 to 99 years.
- A doctor can also be sued by anyone for a civil penalty of at least $10,000 per violation, and possibly more
- The board may also impose fines of up to $5,000.
Exceptions to the Abortion Ban:
- Texas law allows abortions to save the life of a pregnant person or prevent "substantial impairment of major bodily function".
- The Texas Medical Board has issued guidance to help doctors understand how to apply these exceptions, but the interpretation of medical necessity remains complex.
Key Considerations:
- The Texas abortion ban has led to confusion and fear among doctors, as they struggle to determine how to interpret the exceptions and avoid potential criminal prosecution.
- Some doctors are concerned that the current laws are pressuring them to offer less-effective care and potentially risk patients' health.
- Some medical training programs in Texas have been affected by the abortion ban, with OB-GYN residents having to seek training outside the state
OBG are not there for just a papsmear.......they take care of pregnant women is there primary focus