How PIM is Redefining Integrative Medicine in Philadelphia: A 2025 Review
By Amy Nutter, MSN, ACNP, BC, IFMCP,
Lynda Sherland, CRNP, FNP-C, IFMCP,
Dr. Jennifer Patterson, DO, MMH, CHt and
Dr. Georgia Tetlow, MD, ABOIM, ABPMR, IFMCP
Featuring Main Line Top Doctors & Collaborative Integrative Care
"How can we help our patients heal?" This question guides everything we do at Philadelphia Integrative Medicine (PIM). From our Wayne, PA office, we provide personalized treatment plans, educational events, and clinician-vetted resources that redefine the patient experience. In a world of confusing health misinformation, PIM remains a trusted source for evidence-based integrative and functional medicine. Each month, we spotlight key health topics—from hormone balance to nervous system regulation—to empower our patients with the knowledge they need to achieve lasting well-being.
Integrative Medicine in Action: 2025 Top Doctor Recognition
Our team’s expertise continues to set PIM apart in the Greater Philadelphia and Main Line communities. We are proud to celebrate our providers' recent honors:
Dr. Georgia Tetlow, MD, ABPMR, ABOIM, IFMCP – Recognized as a Main Line Top Doctor for 8 consecutive years. Her leadership continues to define excellence in integrative medicine.
Dr. Jennifer Patterson, DO, MMH, CHt, IFMCP – Honored as a 2025 Main Line Top Doctor in Osteopathic/Neuromuscular Medicine, following her 2024 recognition in Functional Medicine.
These awards reflect our commitment to patient-centered care that combines osteopathy, nutrition, and mind-body support to address the root causes of illness.
Clinical Innovation: Redefining Lyme Disease Testing & Accessibility
A core part of our mission is ensuring our patients have access to the most accurate diagnostics available. This year, Lynda Sherland, CRNP, FNP-C, IFMCP, spearheaded a major initiative to improve how we assess and treat tick-borne illnesses:
Advanced Expertise: After attending the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) conference, Lynda brought key updates back to the PIM practitioner team.
Superior Diagnostics: Through collaboration with Igenex, Lynda helped transition our practice to Immunoblot technology. Unlike standard Western blot tests—which often have only 50% sensitivity—the Igenex technology offers near 100% sensitivity and specificity for Lyme and Tick-Borne Relapsing Fever.
Improved Patient Access: Lynda successfully negotiated a lower rate for the Igenex 4IBs screening specifically for PIM patients. Her advocacy directly reduced costs, making world-class, highly accurate testing more accessible and affordable for our community.
IGeneX ImmunoBlot: Close to 100% Sensitivity and Specificity (click to read)
This year, Lynda successfully transitioned to virtual care, maintaining the same level of connection, care, and ease for patients.
Our Collaborative Care Approach
At PIM, healing is a team effort. Our providers work together to create holistic treatment plans tailored to each individual. By integrating functional medicine with specialized strategies, we ensure every patient receives coordinated, compassionate care through their in person care or via a virtual appointment.
Education & Resources: Empowering Our Community
In 2025, we expanded our efforts to provide trustworthy health information. Our clinicians vetted and published several deep-dive guides to help you navigate complex health journeys with confidence:
Hormone Replacement Therapy: What Every Woman Should Know – A comprehensive look at HRT and women’s health.
Nervous System Regulation: Beyond Calm – Strategies to achieve resilience, health, and connection.
Mold, Mast Cells, and Gut Health: Uncovering Hidden Triggers – Identifying the root causes of chronic symptoms.
Healing from Within: Addressing MCAS and Nervous System Balance – Understanding the intersection of the gut and the nervous system.
How to Save on Supplements Without Sacrificing Quality – Our popular 2025 guide to cost-effective wellness.
Workshop Highlight: Restoring Hormonal & Pelvic Health
In 2025, we hosted a transformative event, Restore Hormonal, Body, and Pelvic Health During Menopause, in partnership with Rebalance Physical Therapy.
A central highlight was a presentation by Amy Nutter, MSN, ACNP, BC, IFMCP, who provided an innovative look at hormonal health. Amy shared clinical insights on perimenopause and menopause through the lens of lifestyle changes and chakra balance. To guide patients through this journey, she provided a specialized worksheet that explores the connection between energy centers and hormonal transitions, helping participants achieve wellness on both a physical and energetic level.
To help you continue your journey, we invite you to download our Restore Hormonal, Body & Pelvic Health during Menopause (PDF) for reflection and self assessment.
HCIP: A Global Community for Healthcare Workers
The Healthcare Improvement Program (HCIP) is redefining how healers care for themselves. Led by Dr. Tetlow since 2015, this monthly self-care and growth session is conducted online and is open to healthcare providers and healing arts professionals worldwide. We are proud to have welcomed participants from across the United States and as far away as Europe.
Global Connection: Join a diverse community of practitioners online from anywhere in the world.
A Space to Recharge: Each session begins with a centering meditation followed by a specific monthly theme.
Low-Pressure Growth: Participation is optional—this is a space to find support, recharge, and grow your practice through connection.
Visit our new Website in January!
As we grow, we’ve listened to the practical questions our community asks most frequently:
How does a collaborative team approach lead to better health outcomes?
What are the specific steps to becoming a new patient at PIM?
How can I speak with a team member to see if this approach is right for me?
Where can I find clinician-vetted resources for my specific health concerns?
To make navigating these answers easier, we are excited to announce the upcoming launch of our new website!
Designed as a comprehensive educational hub, the new site will showcase how our clinicians work together daily on your behalf. It will make it even simpler to book a free consultation, access our expanded article library, and understand the coordinated, compassionate care we provide in Wayne and beyond.
Exciting News for 2026:
All of our providers, including Dr. Georgia Tetlow, are now accepting new patients. While we love seeing patients at our Wayne, PA office, virtual appointments are also available for patients who are physically located in Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey, North Carolina or Texas at the time of their visit.
Celebrate the Season with Savings
As a thank you for your trust and loyalty in 2025, we are offering special holiday savings:
$100 off new patient visits
$50 off extended follow-ups
Referral Program: Refer a friend, and once they become a patient, receive $50 toward a future appointment.
Looking Ahead to 2026
Reflecting on 2025, we are energized by the opportunity to continue helping patients heal. Thank you to our patients, community, and team for making this a year of learning and growth. Here’s to thriving together in 2026!
With gratitude,
The Philadelphia Integrative Medicine Team
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Start your personalized healing journey today.
With care,
The PIM Team