Women’s Health

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Four Things to Know About Cleaning and Grooming “Down There”

Feb 17, 2023 | scoop team

With Philomena Salvemini Hilton, MD, FACOG, Tryon Medical Partners  Walk into any pharmacy and you’ll see hundreds of products that serve to clean and groom the pubic area. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by what to do, what to use and when.  Tryon Medical Partners gynecology specialist Dr. Philomena Salvemini sees patients every day at […]


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The 411 on Intermittent Fasting 

Dec 17, 2022 | scoop team

With Allison Chalecki, RDN, LDN, CDCES, Tryon Medical Partners  Intermittent fasting has soared in popularity as a way to practice healthy eating. It comes up so often with patients that the entire Tryon Medical Partners education team spent two months reading about and discussing intermittent fasting. Tryon Medical Partners Registered and Licensed dietitian Allison Chalecki […]


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The Invigory Takes Wellness to a Whole New Level. Celebrate Their New South End Location Grand Opening with Discounts December 10 & 11

Nov 29, 2022 | scoop team

This is the elevated wellness experience we’ve been waiting for ~ the new South End location of The Invigory offers state-of-the-art wellness services like Cryotherapy, Infrared Sauna, IV Therapy, Salt Rooms and more, all under one elegant and serene roof. Their new ‘Health Optimization Studio’ on W. Worthington will celebrate GRAND OPENING WEEKEND on Saturday, […]


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Healthcare 101: Three Tips to Stay Healthy in Your 40s

Nov 15, 2022 | scoop team

With Michael Farwell, DO, Tryon Medical Partners  People often panic when they hit their 40s, nervous that their best years are behind them and their body is going to start breaking down.  Those in their 40s are often in caregiver mode, responsible for the well-being of children and parents. It is important, in this decade, […]


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Three Facts Everyone Should Know About IUDs

Oct 17, 2022 | scoop team

With Erin Stone, MD, FACOG, Tryon Medical Partners  While the pill is still the most widely-used form of contraception among American women, the intrauterine device (IUD) is steadily becoming one of the most common forms of birth control. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 14% of women ages 15-49 are currently […]


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Four Years (and counting) of Building a Practice Around People

Sep 8, 2022 | scoop team

with Tryon Medical Partners When the Tryon Medical team partners welcomed patients four years ago this month, a sense of inclusivity, trust and belonging drove the dynamics of this newly formed independent practice. “We kicked off a practice that operated around patients — and a company built around people,” says CEO Dr. Dale Owen. “We […]


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Period Privacy: Keeping Your Menstrual Data Safe 

Aug 15, 2022 | scoop team

With Claire (Evans) Wilder, MD, Tryon Medical Partners Menstruation is one of the key indicators of female reproductive health. There are several reasons why it can be useful to track menstruation, from making sure you’re prepared with a pad or a tampon to identifying underlying health conditions. But tracking your cycle comes with questions. What’s the […]


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6 COVID-Era Travel Tips from Tryon’s “Travel Doc”

Jul 17, 2022 | scoop team

With Carl Hughes, MD, Tryon Medical Partners Most travel restrictions have been lifted and for many destinations, negative tests are rarely required. However, it’s still critical to consider how we can keep ourselves safe and healthy while traveling.  Dr. Carl Hughes, jetsetter and internal medicine specialist at Tryon Medical Partners, has taken advantage of his increased […]


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Healing Mind, Body, Spirit: What Is Osteopathic Medicine 

Jun 21, 2022 | scoop team

With Michael Farwell, D.O., Tryon Medical Partners  At Tryon Medical Partners, clinicians like Dr. Michael Farwell strive to expand their patients’ understanding of how their primary care provider can help them meet their health goals. As a doctor of osteopathic medicine (D.O.), Dr. Farwell’s medical philosophy focuses on prevention and holistic care based on an […]


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Five Things You Need to Know About Menopause

May 5, 2022 | scoop team

With Dr. Chris Morris, Tryon Medical Partners Women go through two major hormonal changes in life: puberty and menopause. Both changes are important times to talk to someone to help navigate the ins and outs of a changing body. During menopause in particular, women start to experience major hormonal changes, including decreases in the production […]


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When Does My Daughter Need to See a Gynecologist?

Apr 10, 2022 | scoop team

With Dr. Erin Stone, Tryon Medical Partners Growing up comes with a lot of firsts. Your first job, your first kiss and, for teenage girls, your first visit to the gynecologist. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends that teenagers start seeing a gynecologist between the ages of 13 and 15 years old […]


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A Primer on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Mar 10, 2022 | scoop team

With Dr. Erin Stone, Tryon Medical Partners Polycystic ovary syndrome (often called PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that occurs in women during their reproductive years. While research is ongoing, doctors estimate that anywhere between 10-15% of reproductive age women (those who have had their period but not started menopause) have PCOS. Of women who have […]


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