Stephen L. Styron M.d.

Etop: Elective Termination of Pregnancy Stephen L. Styron M.d.

ETOP is a contemporary medical novel that explores the multifaceted and controversial subject of elective termination of pregnancy, or abortion. There are countless stories of women who find themselves in difficult, if not impossible, situations where they conclude their only option, or the most reasonable option, is to terminate their pregnancy. Some women make this life and death decision with the support their partner. Others are pressured into choosing abortion by their partner. Unfortunately, many women are left to deal with their situation without any support what-so-ever. This book intertwines many personal and some tragic stories from the authors experience as a practicing OB/GYN over the past twenty years. There are honest and noble people who have totally opposite views on the issue. Some of the characters, like real people, change their views based on their situation or life experiences. Extremist garner the headlines and sometimes their violence causes pain and suffering for innocent victims. The setting of a inner city medical center shows the challenges countless hospital professional face on a daily basis and the personal rewards they glean from their dedication to the healing arts. The unconventional life style and the mysterious past of a staff physician arouse the interest of a beautiful young investigative reporter. She is determined to find the truth before she allows herself to fall in love. Whether you are prolife or prochoice there is no doubt many people face anguish from their decision to abort or not to abort a pregnancy.