The right birth control method depends on what matters to you and what is safe with your health history. At RescueMD in Allen, a clinician can help you compare choices, review side effects and make a plan for starting, changing or stopping contraception. We see patients from Allen, Plano, Frisco and McKinney.
We will ask about your health history, current medicines, blood pressure when relevant, menstrual symptoms, prior contraception and pregnancy plans. Tell us if you have migraines with aura, a history of blood clots, smoking, a recent pregnancy or other conditions that could change which methods are suitable. You can also ask about privacy, cost, ease of use and when fertility may return after stopping a method. The conversation should end with a clear next step: a prescription when appropriate, an appointment for a device procedure, or additional evaluation if symptoms need attention first. You do not have to choose a method before arriving.
Depending on your history and preferences, we can discuss pills, patches, vaginal rings, injections, condoms, hormonal or copper IUDs, and the Nexplanon arm implant. Methods differ in effectiveness, effects on bleeding, how often you need to act and whether hormones are involved. Some methods can be useful when heavy or painful periods are part of the decision; others may not fit your medical history.
RescueMD performs IUD and Nexplanon insertion and removal in our Allen office. The procedure page explains how to prepare and why placement or removal may need a separate appointment. Availability of a particular device and coverage should be checked with our team before scheduling.
If you are changing methods, ask whether you need backup contraception during the transition. If you have had unprotected sex recently and are concerned about pregnancy, say so promptly: emergency contraception options are time-sensitive, and the right choice depends on timing and your circumstances. A clinician can explain what can be done at the visit or where to seek timely care.
If you want a device removed, you can request removal even if you are unsure which method to use next. Tell the team whether you want to become pregnant, switch methods or discuss side effects so your appointment can address that goal.
Contraception does not automatically protect against sexually transmitted infections. We can discuss condoms and confidential STI testing when relevant. Birth control can also be reviewed during a well-woman visit or with your women’s health care team.
Our office is at 945 Stockton Drive, Suite 6100, Allen, TX 75013. Call 972-390-7667 and tell us whether you want counseling, a prescription review, placement or removal. The team can help select the appointment type.
If a prescription method is appropriate after reviewing your history, your clinician can discuss the plan for starting it. Additional assessment may be needed in some situations.
Often a procedure appointment is scheduled separately to allow for device availability, preparation and adequate time. Ask our team about your specific scheduling options.
Yes. Mention heavy or painful bleeding so your clinician can evaluate whether another cause needs attention and which methods may help. See our fibroid care page if fibroids are already part of your history.
Contact our team for personalized answers about your Birth control
945 Stockton Drive,
Ste #6100 Allen, TX 75013
Phone: 972-390-7667
Fax: 972-390-1557
