Dr. Stephen Petteruti
Longevity-Focused Care in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Board-certified physician Dr. Stephen Petteruti helps patients across South Florida and the U.S. take control of prostate cancer, aging, hormones, and long-term health with functional and integrative strategies.


Meet Dr. Stephen Petteruti – Functional Medicine Physician in Fort Lauderdale
For over three decades, Dr. Petteruti has blended modern medicine with cellular science to help patients live stronger, longer, and better. Based in Fort Lauderdale, he works with patients locally and via telehealth nationwide to address the root causes of aging, chronic illness, and hormone decline.
His signature programs support:


Testosterone and hormone optimization

IV therapy and cellular health

Repurposed drug therapy for integrative oncology
Longevity, cognition, and performance
Whether you're facing a serious diagnosis or want to stay ahead of aging, Dr. Petteruti creates clear, personalized plans that match your goals—not a one-size-fits-all protocol.
30+ Years of Experience
I bring over 30 years of clinical experience as a physician specializing in functional, anti-aging, and integrative medicine, with a unique focus on hormone optimization, longevity strategies, and prostate health.
My approach blends evidence-based medicine with real-world practice, offering audiences practical tools they can apply immediately. I challenge conventional thinking, question unnecessary interventions, and provide a patient-first perspective rooted in decades of hands-on care.
In 2025, my YouTube channel grew from 100 to over 16,000 subscribers, reaching more than 1 million views and 80,000 hours of watch time in under a year. This global audience reflects a growing demand for practical, science-driven insights into anti-aging and optimal health. Whether speaking to medical professionals or the public, I deliver complex topics in a clear, engaging, and actionable way, leaving audiences informed, inspired, and empowered to take control of their health.

Over 20 Awards
Compassionate Doctor Recognition and Patients' Choice Award for 11 consecutive years.












My Work

Intellectual Medicine
Our flagship clinical practice offering cutting-edge, integrative care in anti-aging, weight loss, and men’s health—delivered by Dr. Stephen and Shannon Petteruti.

Intellectual Medicine University
An online education platform providing in-depth courses, live workshops, and community support for healthcare providers seeking to master functional and anti-aging medicine.

The Prostate Protocol
A patient-focused resource hub and hybrid care program offering both in-person and telehealth consultations to guide men through evidence-based, non-invasive strategies for monitoring and managing prostate health.

Podcast
A weekly show where Dr. Petteruti delivers actionable clinical insights on anti-aging, longevity, and prostate health, exploring the latest integrative strategies and research.

Fight Cancer Like a Man
A Bold New Approach to Prostate Cancer That Puts You in Control, by Dr. Stephen Petteruti
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“Too often in medicine” says Dr. Stephen Petteruti, “we are left pursuing well-worn pathways and if the patient’s condition doesn’t comfortably fit into that pathway, we feel incapable of helping them. The patients tell us what they need and what they need is to feel better, live longer, and live better. That’s the passion that drives my practice.”
In 2014, Dr. Petteruti completed his fellowship in Anti-Aging, Metabolic, and Functional Medicine. The fellowship is derived from the root causes of chronic diseases that affect patients every day, offering a comprehensive and holistic approach for treating the patients—not solely the symptoms.
Dr. Petteruti has been pursuing that passion for more than 25 years, bringing a hard-to-find combination of empathy, intellect, clinical and didactic experience to help change the lives of his patients. His approach is holistic, comprehensive, complete, and driven to pursue the solutions to the most difficult of problems.
Testimonials

Intellectual medicine is a forward thinking, professional practice. Dr Petterutti is very bright and caring, as is the entire team. I have recommended them to many of my friends and associates.
Tom Monahan

I have been a patient of Dr. Petteruti for more than twenty years. His approach is sincere, compassionate and thorough. His medical advice to me is always supported by research and the most current medical evidence available. Dr. Petteruti always takes the necessary time with me to answer my questions and as such allows me to participate in all of my medical decisions. I have trusted his medical advice enough to recommend Dr. Petteruti, to my family and friends.
Louis Pullano

I can’t say enough about Dr. P and the team! In the past 5 years, he’s ALWAYS taken the time to listen, suggest, and support my goals. I feel as though we work in a partnership, always guided by his profound expertise, while also leaving room for my research, thoughts and awareness of my own body and health. He’s the GOAT, and I tell everyone that, always!
Angie Armenise

Dr. Petteruti and his staff are amazing! They always make me feel welcome and always have smiles on their faces. I joined Dr. Petteruti’s weight loss program many many years ago and have had great success! He always has options when you hit a plateau! Recently, I began seeing him for hormone replacement therapy and it has made a huge difference (good riddance hot flashes!).
Doniell Remington

My experience at Intellectual Medicine has been exceptional. This office is truly changing my perspective on healthcare. The staff is extraordinary and consistently go out of their way to make me feel comfortable. I have been extremely satisfied with the IV drips recommended by Dr. Petteruti, which he tailors to my specific needs. He truly takes the time to listen to my concerns and adjusts my treatment plan to meet my health, wellness, and anti-aging goals.
Julie Keene

I have been seeing Dr. Petteruti for about 10 years, he's my favorite doc. His practice is very unique with personalized attention, recommendations, and cutting edge treatments that you won't find elsewhere. The staff are all pleasant and courteous, providing that same personalized attention you receive from Dr Petteruti and Shannon. The drip bar is an extremely relaxing experience in a spa-like environment. They offer drip treatments for almost anything you can think of. The focus to improving health and longevity through lifestyle changes with their professional guidance is very refreshing and effective.
Mike LaPre

I just finished my first in-person introductory meeting today with Dr. Stephen Petteruti and his Medical Staff at their Warwick Rhode Island Office! First of all, this was the best doctor’s appointment I’ve ever had in my 65 years of living. Everyone on the team is very professional, positive, patient centric and healthy, they practice what they preach!
When I first met face to face with Dr. Petteruti this afternoon, all I could do is get up out of my chair to give him a bear hug! I’ve been watching his podcast videos for the last 2 months and I was fully up on all of his advice. He is not only my new physician, he is a great new friend! Dr. Petteruti is intelligent, experienced and innovative. He was fullly prepared for our meetig because he fully read all of my medical records that my primary care doctor sent and the patient survey I completed, as a result, he demonstrated a full understanding about my health.
Dr. Petteruti is also very motivating and practical and he is a powerful patient advocate and thinking partner. I believe in his approach and recommendations for my prostate care and general health, and I greatly appreciate his commitment to my vitality and for providing me with an alternative therapy and vitality plan that will deliver a collateral benefit to my entire health and life!
I recommend Intellectual Medicine to any man who is dealing with an abnormal PSA score or an MRI that’s showing signs of prostate cancer. There is hope and there is a partner with a different option who offers collateral health benefits in Dr. Petteruti and his great team! I’m motivated and excited more than ever about my long-term health! My grandfather lived to be 100 years old and I'm going to do everything in my power to do the same! Thank you, Dr. Petteruti and Team Intellectual Medicine!
Jim Coleman Lexington, KY

My husband saw Dr. Petteruti while he was searching for information on prostate cancer and how to deal with it. Dr. Petteruti's information and guidance were the best of all that my husband found...by far!
We made the trip across the country to his office, and we're so glad we did. Since that initial visit, we've been able to Zoom for follow-ups. We're so excited that he is opening a second clinic in Fort Lauderdale in the fall. It will be so easy to get there from Texas! He and his efficient staff have put us on the right track with our health issues that we acquired over 3/4ths of a century and no one else could help us with.
There is nothing like Intellectual Medicine in east Texas. They run a very well rounded clinic and are able to handle many different areas of health concerns. We're both patients of Dr. Petteruti now, and we're feeling so much better and beginning to enjoy our lives again. I've been to several functional medicine doctors over the years. Dr. Petteruti is the fifth one. None of the others compare. It's not even close.
Bonus: The staff and the doctor are friendly, knowledgeable, caring, and enjoy what they do. I'm sure it's rewarding for them to see all the improvement in a person's health while administering patient care in a way that actually helps the body heal naturally. My husband nor I have ever been a fan of big Pharma, so this is a match made in heaven for us. Thank you, Intellectual Medicine! If anybody is reading this who works at Intellectual Medicine, hurry and finish that cookbook! I can hardly wait!
Claudia Lasiter
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Dr. Stephen Petteruti is available for expert commentary, guest articles, and speaking engagements on topics including Anti‐Aging Medicine, IV Therapy, Medical Weight Loss, and Advanced Prostate health strategies.
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