When you’re facing an unexpected pregnancy, the last thing you need is confusion or uncertainty about where to turn. Making sure you find the right place for medical care and support really matters.
At Southside Women’s Services, we want you to be confident in choosing care with us. We are a medical clinic staffed with licensed professionals who are not only highly trained but truly care about you and your health.
Let’s explore what makes a medical clinic licensed, how we ensure safe and trustworthy care, and then meet our compassionate medical team ready to support you!
Southside Women’s Services: A Medical Team That Cares About You.
What Is Required to Be a Licensed Medical Clinic?
Being a medical clinic means more than just offering services. It means meeting strict standards to keep patients safe and supported. Clinics must have licensed medical professionals on staff, a doctor providing oversight, and follow all state health regulations and patient privacy laws (HIPAA).
In Illinois, this means every medical professional must be licensed, certified, and in good standing with the state to provide care.
How Southside Women’s Services Meets These Standards.
At Southside Women’s Services, your care is handled by trained, licensed medical staff who stay up to date on current best practices and evolving medical standards through ongoing education and training.
We operate under the guidance of a Licensed Medical Director, ensuring all medical services, including diagnostic testing, meet state standards.
Every part of your visit is guided by clear Policies and Procedures (P&P) to ensure safe, professional, and consistent care.
Who Makes Up Our Medical Team?
At Southside Women’s Clinic, you’ll meet more than just qualified medical professionals, you’ll meet people who truly care about you.
Here’s a closer look at who you’ll meet:
Registered Nurse (RN): Our RN performs urine-based pregnancy testing, conducts thorough health assessments, and provides clear, fact-based guidance on pregnancy, options, abortion, and STIs.
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (RDMS): Our certified sonographers are trained and certified to perform ultrasound exams, both abdominal and transvaginal/intrauterine, with precision and care.
Medical Doctor Radiologist (MD): Every ultrasound scan is carefully reviewed and signed off by our Radiologist to ensure accuracy and the highest quality of care.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO): Our Medical Director is a licensed DO, a fully trained physician who combines medical expertise with a holistic approach. Our DO can diagnose and treat illnesses, prescribe medications, and perform surgeries. They oversee all medical charts, review procedures, and ensure our Policies & Procedures are always up to date, so you receive safe, professional care every step of the way.
Patient Advocates: Our patient advocates are trained to provide compassionate support. They listen to your needs, answer questions, offer emotional support, and connect you with practical resources and community support.
Real Care For the Whole You
Every woman deserves to feel seen, heard, and supported. That’s why we provide both excellent medical care and genuine emotional support in a safe, confidential, judgment-free space.
- Lab-grade Pregnancy Testing
- Limited Ultrasounds
- STI Testing and Treatment Options
- Education on Pregnancy Options, Abortion Side Effects and Risks, and Resources
Because our services are always free and never require insurance, you can trust that our focus is on supporting you, not profiting from your situation. You can learn more about what you can expect from us in this article: What to Expect From Us During Your Visit.
Our goal is for you to leave not only with answers, but with peace of mind.