Meet the Team
JENNIFER BRIDGER, P.A.
Jennifer Bridger, P.A., is a board-certified Physician Assistant and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Team Lead at HoA Health and Hormones. Jennifer has over 25 years of experience as a Physician Assistant and more than a decade explicitly dedicated to hormone health. Jennifer provides compassionate, evidence-based care for patients experiencing hormone imbalances, perimenopause, menopause, thyroid disorders, adrenal dysfunction, and weight management challenges.
Jennifer earned her Bachelor of Science from Georgia State University in 1992 and her Master of Medical Science from Emory University in 1999, graduating with honors. She holds certifications from leading hormone-balancing programs, including A4M, BioTe, and PCCA.
Her approach to medicine emphasizes treating the whole person—addressing not just physical symptoms or abnormal test results, but the interconnected roles of stress, sleep, nutrition, and lifestyle. Believing in partnership with her patients, Jennifer focuses on preventive health and long-term wellness rather than solely on symptom management. She supports the use of all forms of bioidentical hormone therapy, including topical creams, patches, oral capsules, lozenges, and pellet therapy—allowing treatment to be truly customized for each individual. Careful follow-up of treatment ensures patient safety and satisfaction.
A native of Georgia, Jennifer made North Carolina her home 25 years ago. She has been married to her husband, Bert Bridger, also a physician assistant, for 25 years. Together, they have two grown sons, one in college and one with special needs. Outside of her practice, Jennifer enjoys cheering for the Tottenham soccer team, reading, and drinking a good cup of coffee.
Jennifer Beeson, P.A.
Founder of HoA Health & Hormones and House of Aesthetics
Jennifer Beeson, PA-C, founder of HoA Health and Hormones and House of Aesthetics, is a board-certified Physician Assistant with over 23 years of clinical experience. She is a graduate of UNC–Chapel Hill and Wake Forest School of Medicine (2003), with a background in hospital medicine, critical care, pulmonology, and urology, including men’s testosterone management.
After recognizing a significant need for medically guided hormone care in the Triangle, Jennifer expanded House of Aesthetics to include evidence-based Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) and men’s testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT). She has completed advanced training through NAMS, George Washington School of Medicine and Health Science, and A4M.
To strengthen the practice’s expertise, Jennifer brought on Jennifer Bridger, PA-C, who has 13 years of exclusive experience in hormone replacement therapy and leads the HRT program at House of Aesthetics. Together, they provide a medically driven, physiology-based approach to help patients achieve optimal hormonal balance and long-term wellness.
ASHLEY ROYAL, PA-C
Ashley Royal, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant. Ashley was raised in Winston-Salem, NC, and graduated Summa Cum Laude from NC State University with a bachelor’s degree in microbiology and genetics. She later earned her Master of Medical Science from Methodist University.
Ashley has been practicing medicine for nearly 20 years, with experience spanning women’s health, primary care, and medical aesthetics. She has extensive training in medical laser treatments and anti-aging injectable procedures. Ashley is also a member of the North American Menopause Society and recently completed the bio-identical hormone replacement therapy training at George Washington University School of Medicine.
ALYSIA LOUGHREN, FNP-BC
Alysia Loughren, FNP-BC, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner. Alysia was born and raised in Raleigh, NC. She graduated from East Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and later earned her Master of Nursing from George Washington University. Her nursing career began at Duke University Hospital in the general medicine/step-down unit, where she gained experience managing a wide range of complex medical conditions.
Over the past four years, Alysia has worked in medical aesthetics, anti-aging injectables, and laser treatments while also managing primary care, weight management, and acne patients. She is passionate about individualized patient-centered care and enjoys helping patients feel confident in their skin.
In addition to her primary care and medical aesthetic experience, Alysia supports the HoA Health and Hormones Bioidentical Hormone and Testosterone Replacement programs by assisting with initial assessments, blood draws, patient communication, and follow-up calls, ensuring continuity of care and a personalized patient experience.
erica bowman, pa-c
Erica Bowman, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant. Erica graduated from East Carolina University with a degree in Physician Assistant Studies and later earned her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Nebraska. She began her career in 2004 with Coastal Rehabilitation Medicine, managing complex rehabilitation needs after brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations, and prolonged hospitalizations.
Erica later worked at a concussion clinic and in ENT and facial plastic surgery in Upstate New York before relocating to NC in 2019. She is passionate about providing thorough, patient-centered medical care and is excited to expand her clinical role at HoA Health and Hormones.
Erica holds advanced training in hormone replacement therapy through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M). Once the Cary HRT division is fully established, Erica will lead the Wilmington HRT program under the clinical direction of Jennifer Bridger, PA-C, who has 13 years of exclusive experience in hormone therapy.
Erica is thrilled to serve the coastal community and help patients achieve optimal wellness through evidence-based hormone care