The health system, a part of St. Louis-based Ascension, will no longer schedule patients for vasectomies or tubal ligations. Health system representatives told the news station they have met with providers and staff to ensure services adhere to the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services.
“We have been meeting with our providers and colleagues to ensure the medical services we provide are in accordance with these guidelines for Catholic healthcare services,” the health system told KWWL. “Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare remains committed to caring for the patients and communities we serve in the spirit of our Catholic values.”
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