IMU Advisory Board
Leading the Future of Clinical Education
The Intellectual Medicine University (IMU) Advisory Board provides strategic guidance for our educational programs, clinical content, and long-term vision. Our board brings together experienced physicians, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and business professionals committed to advancing evidence-based education for healthcare providers.
Board members contribute decades of real-world clinical and operational experience across family medicine, functional medicine, hormone optimization, obesity medicine, IV therapy, sterile compounding, healthcare finance, and practice development.
Together, they help ensure IMU content remains:
Clinically relevant
Evidence-informed
Educationally rigorous
Practical for real-world implementation
Focused on improving patient outcomes
While individual faculty members develop and teach course material, the Advisory Board provides ongoing guidance on educational standards, curriculum direction, and emerging trends in medicine.
The Advisory Board was established to ensure that IMU educational programs remain clinically relevant, scientifically accurate, and practical for today's healthcare professionals. Board members provide strategic guidance, review emerging trends, and help maintain the high standards expected of accredited continuing education.
Our Commitment to Evidence-Based Education
At IMU, educational content is developed using current medical literature, clinical experience, published guidelines when applicable, and expert review.
Our Advisory Board supports our commitment to:
Accurate and balanced medical education
Transparent discussion of emerging therapies
Responsible interpretation of scientific evidence
Continuous curriculum improvement
Ethical education for healthcare professionals
Medicine continues to evolve. Our educational materials are regularly reviewed and updated as new evidence becomes available.
Meet the Advisory Board
Dr. Stephen Petteruti
Chair, Clinical Education
Shannon Petteruti
Director of Practice Development
Elizabeth Mitchko
Director of Patient Advocacy
Keith Huntoon
Advisor, Finance & Business Strategy
Matthew Bernstein
Advisor, Pharmacy & Sterile Compounding
Dr. Stephen Petteruti
DO, ABAARM, OAM, ABOM
Founder | Medical Director | Chair, IMU Advisory Board
Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a board-certified physician with more than 30 years of clinical experience in family medicine, obesity medicine, hormone optimization, functional medicine, and longevity-focused care. Throughout his career, he has treated thousands of patients while developing clinical protocols that integrate traditional medicine with emerging research in metabolism, hormone health, and healthy aging.
As Founder of Intellectual Medicine University, Dr. Petteruti oversees curriculum development, clinical education, and evidence review across all educational programs. His focus is helping healthcare providers translate complex medical science into practical, patient-centered care.
Areas of Oversight:
Clinical curriculum
Hormone optimization
Functional medicine
Obesity medicine
Men's health
IV therapy
Shannon Petteruti
NP-C, APRN, BSN, MSN
Vice Chair, IMU Advisory Board | Nurse Practitioner | Practice Development & Clinical Education
Shannon Petteruti is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner with more than 20 years of experience in functional medicine, hormone optimization, weight management, longevity medicine, and practice development. Throughout her career, she has helped thousands of patients improve their health through personalized, evidence-informed care that focuses on preserving muscle, optimizing metabolic health, and promoting long-term vitality.
As Co-Founder of Intellectual Medicine University, Shannon combines extensive clinical experience with decades of business leadership to help healthcare providers build successful, patient-centered practices. She has developed educational programs that translate complex clinical concepts into practical systems providers can confidently implement in their own practices.
In addition to her clinical work, Shannon is an accomplished entrepreneur and nationally recognized speaker. She has been featured in INC Magazine for her work in healthcare innovation and has consulted with practices across the country on operational excellence, patient experience, clinical workflows, and business growth.
As Vice Chair of the IMU Advisory Board, Shannon provides leadership in curriculum development, provider education, practice implementation, and strategic planning. Her passion is equipping healthcare professionals with the knowledge, systems, and confidence needed to deliver exceptional patient care while building sustainable, thriving practices.
Areas of Expertise:
Functional & Longevity Medicine
Hormone Optimization
Medical Weight Management
Practice Development & Operations
Clinical Workflow Design
Healthcare Entrepreneurship
Provider Education
Patient Experience & Retention
Elizabeth Mitchko
MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Director of Education & Provider Engagement | Director of Provider Network & Protocol Operations | Family Nurse Practitioner
Elizabeth Mitchko is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with more than 20 years of clinical and healthcare leadership experience spanning pediatrics, acute care, functional medicine, hormone optimization, and provider education. Throughout her career, she has combined clinical expertise with operational leadership to improve patient care, develop scalable clinical systems, and support healthcare providers in successfully implementing evidence-based medicine.
As Director of Education & Provider Engagement and Director of Provider Network & Protocol Operations at Intellectual Medicine University, Elizabeth leads provider education, certification, onboarding, and implementation initiatives designed to help clinicians confidently integrate advanced protocols into their practices. She develops educational curricula, clinical resources, standard operating procedures, and implementation strategies that bridge the gap between medical knowledge and real-world practice.
Drawing from her background in hospital medicine, functional and integrative medicine, and multi-site clinical leadership, Elizabeth works closely with providers to optimize clinical workflows, improve operational efficiency, and enhance the patient experience. Her passion lies in making complex clinical concepts practical, accessible, and sustainable for busy healthcare professionals.
In addition to her educational leadership, Elizabeth collaborates on provider network development, strategic program implementation, and practice growth initiatives that support the continued expansion of Intellectual Medicine University's national provider community. She is committed to empowering clinicians with the knowledge, systems, and confidence needed to deliver exceptional patient care while building successful, patient-centered practices.
Areas of Expertise:
Provider Education & Clinical Training
Provider Network Development & Engagement
Clinical Operations & Protocol Implementation
Functional & Integrative Medicine
Hormone Optimization
Practice Development & Workflow Optimization
Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Development
Clinical Curriculum & Educational Content Development
Evidence-Based Clinical Implementation
Healthcare Leadership & Provider Success
Keith Huntoon
CPA, MPAcc
Advisor, Finance, Governance & Business Strategy
Keith Huntoon is a Certified Public Accountant with extensive experience in accounting, tax strategy, financial reporting, and business advisory services. As a member of Charland, Marciano & Company, CPAs, LLP, he works with businesses and healthcare organizations to develop sound financial strategies that support long-term growth, regulatory compliance, and operational success.
Keith advises clients on financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, tax compliance, and strategic business decisions, helping organizations build strong financial foundations while navigating an increasingly complex regulatory environment. His practical approach combines technical accounting expertise with business insight to help organizations make informed decisions that support sustainable growth.
As Advisor for Finance & Business Strategy to the Intellectual Medicine University Advisory Board, Keith provides guidance on financial stewardship, organizational planning, and long-term strategic initiatives. His expertise helps ensure IMU continues to grow responsibly while maintaining its commitment to delivering high-quality education for healthcare professionals.
Keith's perspective complements the clinical expertise of the Advisory Board by providing governance and financial oversight that support the University's mission of advancing evidence-informed healthcare education.
Areas of Expertise:
Financial Strategy & Business Planning
Tax Planning & Compliance
Budgeting & Forecasting
Healthcare Business Advisory
Financial Reporting & Analysis
Risk Management
Organizational Growth
Strategic Planning
Matthew Bernstein
PharmD
Advisor, Pharmacy & Sterile Compounding | Director of Clinical and Regulatory Affairs, Haldey
Dr. Matthew Bernstein is a licensed pharmacist with more than 25 years of experience in clinical pharmacy, sterile compounding, regulatory compliance, and pharmaceutical quality operations. As Director of Clinical and Regulatory Affairs at Haldey, he oversees clinical standards, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance to help ensure the safe preparation and delivery of compounded medications that meet the highest industry standards.
A graduate of the University of Florida College of Pharmacy, Dr. Bernstein has extensive experience supporting healthcare providers in functional medicine, hormone optimization, IV therapy, dermatology, and personalized medicine. His expertise spans sterile compounding, pharmacy operations, USP compliance, quality systems, and the clinical application of compounded therapies.
As Pharmacy & Sterile Compounding Advisor to the IMU Advisory Board, Dr. Bernstein provides guidance on pharmaceutical best practices, medication safety, regulatory standards, and emerging developments in compounding pharmacy. His insight helps ensure IMU educational content reflects current pharmacy practices while supporting the safe and effective integration of compounded medications into clinical care.
Areas of Expertise:
Sterile Compounding & USP Compliance
Compounding Pharmacy Operations
Clinical Pharmacy
IV Therapy & Infusion Medications
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
Pharmaceutical Quality & Regulatory Affairs
Medication Safety
Pharmacy Practice Standards
What Does the IMU Advisory Board Do?
The Intellectual Medicine University Advisory Board provides strategic guidance to ensure our educational programs remain clinically relevant, scientifically accurate, and aligned with the evolving needs of healthcare professionals. Drawing on decades of combined experience in medicine, nursing, pharmacy, business, and healthcare operations, the Board helps shape the direction of IMU while upholding our commitment to high-quality, evidence-informed education.
The Advisory Board provides oversight and guidance in the following areas:
Curriculum Development – Helping shape educational programs that are practical, current, and applicable to real-world clinical practice.
Clinical Protocol Review – Evaluating protocols and educational content to ensure they reflect current evidence, sound clinical judgment, and patient-centered care.
Educational Quality Standards – Promoting excellence across all IMU courses through ongoing review and continuous improvement.
Scientific Accuracy – Encouraging the responsible interpretation of medical literature and supporting evidence-informed educational content.
New Course Development – Advising on emerging topics, technologies, and educational opportunities that address the changing needs of healthcare providers.
Ethical Educational Practices – Supporting transparency, professional integrity, and responsible healthcare education.
Strategic Direction – Providing insight that helps guide the long-term growth and mission of Intellectual Medicine University.
Industry Partnerships – Fostering relationships with healthcare organizations, pharmacies, laboratories, and other partners that enhance educational opportunities for our learners.
Together, the Advisory Board helps ensure that Intellectual Medicine University delivers education that is credible, practical, and designed to improve patient care through lifelong learning.
The IMU Advisory Board is committed to advancing healthcare education through clinically relevant, evidence-informed, and practical training. Meeting regularly to provide strategic guidance and review educational priorities, the Board helps ensure that IMU's curriculum remains scientifically accurate, clinically relevant, and aligned with the evolving needs of healthcare professionals. Together, our goal is to equip providers with the knowledge and confidence to improve patient outcomes while upholding the highest standards of integrity, professional responsibility, and educational excellence.
This page was last reviewed by the IMU Advisory Board on July 21, 2026.
