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Abby Akana, RN, provides procedural support and patient consultations at a reproductive health clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Working alongside clinicians, she assists with hundreds of intrauterine device insertions each year and manages patient follow-up calls regarding symptoms and recovery. Akana worked as a clinic staff nurse directing contraceptive procedural care after receiving a bachelor of science in nursing. She also helps chaperone local youth camping trips on weekends.

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