Planned Parenthood of Michigan Launches Vasectomy Services as Demand Surges
In a move to expand reproductive health care options, Planned Parenthood of Michigan has launched a vasectomy pilot program in Grand Rapids. The nonprofit organization aims to provide men with a safe and effective form of permanent birth control, following a significant increase in demand for the procedure.
According to Dr. Kate Starr, Chief Medical Officer at Planned Parenthood of Michigan, the organization is excited to add vasectomy to its list of services, which already includes sexual and reproductive health care. "We hear from our patients about wanting more control over their reproductive health or wanting to support their partners in preventing pregnancy," she said. "We hope this new program can help fill some of the gaps in need and access."
The pilot program launched at Planned Parenthood of Michigan's Irwin/Martin Health Center, and it follows federal budget cuts from the Trump administration that led the organization to close clinics and cut staff in 2025. The launch comes as abortion access continues to face challenges nationwide.
Demand for vasectomies has been on the rise in the US, growing by 26% from 2014 to 2021. Following the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, vasectomy rates increased nearly 60% in men under 30 years old and 13% in single men.
Planned Parenthood of Michigan says its clinics use a "no-scalpel" vasectomy technique that is less invasive, carries fewer risks, and offers a shorter recovery time than traditional vasectomies. The organization aims to provide more options for people seeking permanent birth control in Michigan as the attacks on sexual and reproductive health continue to grow nationwide.
"This launch of vasectomy services in Grand Rapids is an important first step in providing more options for people seeking permanent birth control in Michigan," said Paula Thornton Greear, President and CEO of Planned Parenthood of Michigan. "Our resolve only deepens as the attacks on sexual and reproductive health continue to grow nationwide. Everyone deserves the power to decide if, when, and how to grow their family."
In a move to expand reproductive health care options, Planned Parenthood of Michigan has launched a vasectomy pilot program in Grand Rapids. The nonprofit organization aims to provide men with a safe and effective form of permanent birth control, following a significant increase in demand for the procedure.
According to Dr. Kate Starr, Chief Medical Officer at Planned Parenthood of Michigan, the organization is excited to add vasectomy to its list of services, which already includes sexual and reproductive health care. "We hear from our patients about wanting more control over their reproductive health or wanting to support their partners in preventing pregnancy," she said. "We hope this new program can help fill some of the gaps in need and access."
The pilot program launched at Planned Parenthood of Michigan's Irwin/Martin Health Center, and it follows federal budget cuts from the Trump administration that led the organization to close clinics and cut staff in 2025. The launch comes as abortion access continues to face challenges nationwide.
Demand for vasectomies has been on the rise in the US, growing by 26% from 2014 to 2021. Following the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, vasectomy rates increased nearly 60% in men under 30 years old and 13% in single men.
Planned Parenthood of Michigan says its clinics use a "no-scalpel" vasectomy technique that is less invasive, carries fewer risks, and offers a shorter recovery time than traditional vasectomies. The organization aims to provide more options for people seeking permanent birth control in Michigan as the attacks on sexual and reproductive health continue to grow nationwide.
"This launch of vasectomy services in Grand Rapids is an important first step in providing more options for people seeking permanent birth control in Michigan," said Paula Thornton Greear, President and CEO of Planned Parenthood of Michigan. "Our resolve only deepens as the attacks on sexual and reproductive health continue to grow nationwide. Everyone deserves the power to decide if, when, and how to grow their family."
planned parenthood of michigan is literally saving lives here 
i mean who doesn't want to have control over their own body right? the fact that they're using a "no-scalpel" technique makes it way less painful and scary for guys who wanna get vasected lol. can we pls talk more about this in our daily conversations?! it's time to break the stigma around reproductive health 
this is crazy they're finally doing something about it lol vasectomies are like the new abortion pill no one's talking about but trust me demand is through the roof 
its about time we gave men control over their own bodies too btw 26% increase in just 7 years that's wild 
we need more orgs doing this kind of work, supporting people's rights to choose what happens in their own bodies 
. These numbers on demand are insane, like 26% growth from 2014 to 2021... what's crazy is that it almost tripled after Roe v Wade got overturned 
. This "no-scalpel" vasectomy technique sounds super effective too – shorter recovery time? Yes please! Less invasive? More efficiency for everyone involved 
. I mean, it's about time we give men more control over their own bodies, right? It's crazy that demand for vasectomies has been on the rise, especially after Roe v Wade got overturned 
It's all about access and equality, you know? And that "no-scalpel" technique is super promising – less invasive, fewer risks, shorter recovery time... it's like the perfect solution for guys looking to take charge of their reproductive health 
I'm so down for this pilot program, it's a game changer. Less invasive and less painful than the traditional method, yay for progress! 
"Believe you can and you're halfway there." - Theodore Roosevelt 
! It's a big deal for men who want more control over their reproductive health 
. I think it's awesome that they're providing more options for people seeking permanent birth control 
, it's nice to see an org like Planned Parenthood stepping up to help 
and I'm totally obsessed with watering it every day now I have to get up from my keyboard to give it some love... anyway back to vasectomies did you know that the average cost of one is around $500-$600? that's crazy! my friend's cousin just got one for his buddy who was trying to save up money to travel 
and I'm like "dude why are you taking out a loan for a vasectomy?"
. It's about time we see more men taking control of their bodies and making informed choices about their reproductive health. Bring on the positive change 