Explore the public health implications of abortion bans in this Grand Rounds presentation by Dr. Colleen McNicholas, Chief Medical Officer of Planned Parenthood of the St. Louis Region and Southwest Missouri. Delve into the discussion on how these bans create a preventable crisis and their predictable consequences on healthcare. Gain insights from an expert in reproductive health as she examines the intersection of policy, medicine, and public health. This hour-long talk offers a comprehensive analysis of the current landscape surrounding abortion access and its broader impact on healthcare systems and communities.