OUR STORY

Sarah and Emily first met in 2001 in Seattle, Washington early in our careers as pelvic physical therapists. A decade later our paths crossed again in Raleigh, North Carolina, when we were able to work together and reconnect as friends.  We soon discovered that we shared the common dream of owning a practice that would allow us to treat our patients with the latest evidence-based techniques in a comfortable and healing environment. Carolina Pelvic Health Center, Inc. is the result of our shared vision to create a premier physical therapy practice specializing in the treatment of female and male pelvic health.  Our philosophy is to treat the whole person by identifying and treating the underlying structural and functional movement imbalances that are the root source of the problem.  We believe in a collaborative model and work closely with area physicians and other allied health professionals to address the complex nature of our patients’ symptoms. We are honored that you have chosen us to help you with your journey towards healing through physical therapy rehabilitation.

- DOCTORS OF PHYSICAL THERAPY -

Sarah Talley, PT, DPT, PYT-C

Sarah was raised in the Finger Lakes region of New York State before choosing beautiful North Carolina as her home. Dr. Talley has over 25 years of experience as a physical therapist.

 

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and has devoted most of her practice to pelvic dysfunction. Dr. Talley has extensive training in the specialty of pelvic pain, pudendal neuralgia, urinary urgency and incontinence, bowel dysfunction and pregnancy-related pain syndromes. She earned her combined BS/ MS of Physical Therapy from D’Youville College in Buffalo and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Northeastern University. She is a certified professional yoga therapist through Living Well Institute (formerly Professional Yoga Therapy Institute), certified 200 hour yoga instructor and has completed Yoga For All 35 hour training specializing in yoga for bigger bodies and diverse communities.  Dr. Talley is an active participant in the Triangle Women’s Health Study Group, has served as an adjunct faculty member at Elon University and welcomes collaborative care with her peers and the medical community. She has been a guest speaker at Elon University and the University of Chapel Hill as well as at local and national conferences on the topic of pelvic pain.  Dr. Talley’s passion is to help her patients surpass their expectations by empowering them to build a better life through improved movement, increased strength and decreased pain.  She believes in making lasting relationships and welcomes each new patient to the practice as part of her extended family. Sarah is an avid runner and yoga enthusiast, and devotes her free time to enjoying life with her husband, family and friends.

Emily R. Wegmann, DPT, MPT, OCS

Emily is board-certified in orthopedics by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties. Dr. Wegmann's goal is to provide patient-focused, comprehensive treatment grounded in evidence-based medicine.

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For over 20 years Dr. Wegmann has specialized in orthopedics and pelvic floor rehabilitation. Her advanced training in manual therapy, spine and pelvic rehabilitation, female and endurance athlete rehabilitation, pelvic floor dysfunction, urinary incontinence, bowel dysfunctions, pregnancy and post-partum pain syndromes, and male pelvic floor dysfunctions allows her to diagnosis and treat the root of the problem. Professionally, Dr. Wegmann was an invited speaker at the 2011 International Pelvic Pain Society meeting and a guest speaker at Elon University and Pfeiffer University. She collaborates with local physicians and allied-health providers to provide total wellness for her patients. In the local community, she enjoys educating the public to bring awareness of pelvic health via community talks with local fitness clubs, the YMCA and SAS. Dr. Wegmann has a B.A in psychology from Whitman College and Master of Physical Therapy from Chapman University located in Orange, California, and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from WSSU. In addition, Dr. Wegmann is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association, NCAPTA, International Pelvic Pain Society, National Vulvodynia Association and Triangle Women’s Health Study Group. As a native of the Northwest, Emily enjoys running, adventures in the great outdoors, reading, and spending time with her husband and their two boys.

Kristin A. Phillips, PT, DPT, WCS

Kristin is board-certified in women’s health by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties. Dr. Phillips received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from The University of Pittsburgh followed by successful completion of a prestigious women's health residency program at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in 2014.

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Dr. Phillips has specialized training in pelvic pain, sexual health, post-gender affirmation surgical care, bowel and bladder dysfunction, and ante- and postpartum rehab. Her clinical practice emphasizes patient-centered care where she strives to promote self-efficacy and long-lasting changes. Kristin takes a trauma-informed approach and creates a safe environment where clients are involved in every step of their journey. 

Professionally, Dr. Phillips has volunteered for the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)’s Academy of Pelvic Health, writing board exam questions for the women’s health specialist examination. Dr. Phillips was an assistant professor at West Virginia University’s School of Medicine where she taught pelvic health topics, and has created online continuing education courses for Relias Academy.   She has also presented on sexual health and function on a national stage at the APTA’s Combined Sections Meeting in 2020.  Kristin completed a 200-hour yoga teacher training and utilizes yoga principles in patient care and teaches yoga in her free time.            

In her free time, Kristin enjoys getting outside with her husband and dog, working on a macramé piece, or reading a good book.     

- ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF -

Elle Evans

Elle is a Raleigh native who has recently returned to the area after exploring Greensboro for a few years. She is passionate about helping others and it shows in her her expert customer service skills.

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In her spare time, Elle enjoys going on hikes with her dog, visiting the art museum, and reading fantasy novels. 

Yvette Caiola

Yvettehas lived in Raleigh for over 25 years and is from the Cleveland, Ohio area. Yvette has spent the last 17 years working from her home to raise her two children.

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She is thrilled to be back in the professional work force as an Administrative Assistant here at Carolina Pelvic Health Center, Inc. Yvette brings a great personality and a big smile to all of our patients. Yvette loves to play tennis, entertain family and friends, take long walks with her dog and spend quiet time with her husband and kids.