Historically, American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/AN) have been subjected to a lack of control over various aspects of their lives, including their reproductive health. In discussions of family planning with AI/AN patients, clinicians must consider past violations of reproductive rights and the need for transparent consent. This article explores the following questions: What were historical violations of AI/AN women's reproductive rights? How should physicians express respect for this history and for the autonomy of AI/AN female patients regarding surgical sterilization procedures today.
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Cordova-Marks, F., Fennimore, N., Bruegl, A., & Erdrich, J. (2020). Case and commentary what should physicians consider about American Indian/Alaska Native Women’s Reproductive Freedom? AMA Journal of Ethics, 22(10), 845–850. https://doi.org/10.1001/amajethics.2020.845
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