Boulder Abortion Clinic Closes After 50 Years of Service

The Boulder Abortion Clinic, a prominent provider of third-trimester abortions in Colorado, has closed after 50 years following the retirement of its founder, Dr. Warren Hern. The clinic was one of the few in the nation to perform later-term abortions and had become a frequent target of both peaceful and violent anti-abortion protests. Dr. Hern cited his desire to retire and focus on other avenues of supporting reproductive freedoms, while expressing gratitude to his staff for their courage in facing persistent threats. The closure comes amid a rise in patients traveling to Colorado for abortion care from states with stricter laws. Anti-abortion groups have celebrated the closure, characterizing the clinic's work in highly negative terms, while supporters highlight its role in providing care for women facing complex medical situations late in pregnancy.