Dr. Jennifer PattersonDO, MMH, CHt, IFMCP

Functional Medicine

at Philadelphia Integrative Medicine — Wayne, PA

About

Dr. Jennifer Patterson brings a uniquely layered skillset to Philadelphia Integrative Medicine. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine and a Fellowship in Geriatric Medicine from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and holds a Master of Medical Humanities with training in psychology. She holds board certification from the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians and completed training as an Institute for Functional Medicine practitioner. She also holds certification in Cognitive Hypnosis Therapy through the International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association.

Dr. Patterson leads PIM's Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine service, applying gentle, non-forceful techniques across the lifespan from birth onward. Her clinical approach roots itself in osteopathic mind-body-spirit principles, combining OMM, clinical hypnosis, and whole-body functional diagnostics. She sees patients ages 11 and up and brings particular expertise in nervous system dysregulation, structural balance, and pain management.

Education & Training

Medical School

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Fellowship

Fellowship in Geriatric Medicine, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

Additional Training

Master of Medical Humanities with training in psychology; Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner training; Certified in Cognitive Hypnosis Therapy through the International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association

Certifications

Board Certified by American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians (AOBFP)
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Fellowship in Geriatric Medicine, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Institute for Functional Medicine Trained Practitioner
Certified in Cognitive Hypnosis Therapy through the International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association
Certified Hypnotherapist, IACT/IMDHA

Conditions Treated

nervous system dysregulation
chronic pain
structural imbalances
complex chronic conditions
geriatric conditions

Who is Dr. Patterson right for?

Dr. Patterson works well with patients experiencing nervous system dysregulation, chronic pain, or structural imbalances. Adults managing complex conditions benefit from her combined functional medicine and OMM approach. Patients interested in clinical hypnosis as part of their care plan find her training especially relevant. She also brings deep expertise in geriatric medicine for older adult patients. Her panel includes patients ages 11 and up.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Patterson focuses on nervous system dysregulation, chronic pain, and structural imbalances. She also sees patients managing complex chronic conditions through a functional medicine lens. Her geriatric medicine fellowship gives her additional expertise caring for older adults.

Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine uses hands-on techniques to address structural and functional imbalances in the body. Dr. Patterson leads PIM's OMM service and applies gentle, non-forceful techniques. She sees patients across the full lifespan, starting from birth.

Yes. The American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians granted Dr. Patterson board certification in family medicine. She also holds a Fellowship in Geriatric Medicine from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and certification as an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner.

Dr. Patterson holds certification in Cognitive Hypnosis Therapy through the International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association. She integrates clinical hypnosis with OMM and functional diagnostics as part of a whole-body care approach. This makes her a strong fit for patients open to mind-body treatment methods.

Dr. Patterson holds a Master of Medical Humanities with training in psychology from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. This background informs her osteopathic mind-body-spirit approach to care. She brings that perspective into every patient interaction.

Dr. Patterson sees patients ages 11 and up. Her OMM training extends to younger patients from birth onward. Her geriatric medicine fellowship also gives her specialized skills for older adults.

Dr. Patterson combines whole-body functional diagnostics with osteopathic principles and clinical hypnosis. She holds certification as an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner. Her care plans draw on specialty testing and address the interconnected root causes of a patient's condition.

Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026