Personalized Gynecology Care
​Many people find gynecologic care to be distressing, either because of the attitude and technique of the provider, or due to a personal history of trauma or abuse. Salmonberry Health and Wellness is designed to be a safe and comfortable space for care. Because Cheri Shields, ARNP, is also a midwife, she understands the importance of building trust and holding space. She is committed to listening, respecting consent, taking time, and acting with kindness. Perhaps most importantly, she offers treatment for the pain and anxiety many people experience during common gynecological procedures.
Our Gynecology Services
Annual Wellness Exams
Family Planning and Birth Control
Pap Smears & HPV Screening
IUD & Nexplanon Insertion with pain management
Menopause & Perimenopause Care
Pre-conception Counseling
Infection Testing & Treatment
Management of heavy or abnormal periods
Holistic Wellness Exams
- Pap smears should be done every 3 to 5 years to screen for cervical cancer and involve using a speculum (think duck bill) to view and collect a sample from the cervix. Speculum exams are always uncomfortable and awkward, but with an empathetic provider like Cheri they can be less so. STI screening should be done yearly based on sexual practices and partners. Annual exams aren't always necessary but can be helpful and are usually covered by insurance.Â
Compassionate IUD Insertion
There is a growing recognition that many common gynecologic procedures are more painful than patients have been led to expect, and that truly respectful care includes offering real options for pain relief. At Salmonberry, Cheri takes this seriously and provides several ways to reduce both pain and anxiety during IUD insertion. Together, you can talk through your past experiences, your worries, and your goals so that your plan for comfort is centered on what feels safest and most supportive to you.
Help for Gynecological Problems
When health concerns arise, it is important to have a provider who listens. Whether you're dealing with abnormal or heavy periods, pelvic pain, discharge, UTIs, a pregnancy scare or IUD complications, Cheri provides a calm space where your voice is the priority. She takes the time to listen to your experience, ensuring every next step is decided together, so you feel fully supported and respected in your care.
Contraception and Family Planning
Cheri provides expert guidance in all methods of contraception, from fertility tracking to prescriptions for birth control pills and gentle IUD insertion. If you're considering pregnancy, a pre-conception counseling visit can help ensure healthy outcomes for both mom and baby.