Staff

Highly trained and dedicated

Each member of the staff is highly accomplished in their field and shares in this philosophy. Your care will be coordinated by a combination of traditional physicians and practitioners of Functional Medicine, Oriental Medicine, Homeopathy, Nutritional Medicine, and Chiropractic care.

Sangeeta Pati practiced obstetrics-gynecology in the Washington, D.C. and New York area for 13 years before opening an integrative medical center in Orlando, Florida. She graduated at the top of her medical class at the University Of Maryland School Of Medicine, Baltimore, and completed her residency at Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, D.C. She has worked extensively internationally as Medical Director for a 350-employee non-profit organization, Engenderhealth, on maternal mortality reduction programs funded by the Gates Foundation. Dr. Pati is multi-lingual and is renowned in her field, having authored numerous scientific articles and being the highest demanded speaker for media interviews and domestic and international workshops on a regular basis. Dr. Pati's special interest and strength has been in helping health care providers learn how to put together and integrate into real practice the vast amount of information in the restorative medicine field. She is the director of a fully pre-booked Clinical Preceptor Program, which trains doctors and health practitioners in restoring optimal body function through protocols for hormonal balance, nutrition and detoxification. She is on the Board of Advisors for MDPrescriptives Supplement Company where she helps develop clinically effective supplement protocols and integrate them into research protocols. She also runs an on-line platform (Peacock Forum) for integrative health practitioners to communicate problem cases.

SaJune Institute for Restorative and Regenerative Medicine offers integrated, evidence-based medical therapies, combining conventional, natural and complimentary modalities (i.e. acupuncture, chiropractic care, massage, homeopathy, oriental medicine, far infra-red therapy and microcurrent). The restorative model used at SaJune aims to restore optimal function to the body through 1) bio-identical hormone restoration, 2) nutritional restoration 3) detoxification 4) mind balance and 5) body balance. SaJune has strong special programs in weight loss, superfoods, plant-based nutrition, IV chelation, integrative cancer therapies, vascular disease reversal and organic skin care. 20% of patients seeking her medical care are from out of the state of Florida. 10% of her patients are medical doctors and nurses. Her medical care has been written about in the fictional book "Feeling Funkabulous" by Ivy Gilbert and "Aging Backwards" by Jackie Silver.

Dr. Ilagan graduated from the accelerated INTARMED medical program at the University of the Philippines. She finished her Internal Medicine residency at the Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and was subsequently asked to serve as Chief Resident. She continued into private practice in the suburban Philadelphia area for many years before moving to central Florida with her family. Having grown up in various countries in Asia and travelled extensively, Dr. Ilagan has always had special interest in an integrative, patient-centered approach to health care and disease prevention---incorporating her knowledge and experience in knowing that there is more to health than prescribing medications for disease. She uses her expertise in both traditional and alternative approaches to patient's conditions like cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar, and bio-identical hormone replacement therapy. Because of her extensive training and experience, she is also an expert in nutrition and weight loss, helping patients achieve their health and weight goals using individualized programs (lifestyle changes, dietary program, supplements and medications if appropriate). She believes that sharing information and continually educating patients is important in achieving their personal health goals. She is fluent in English and Filipino. She has been an invited speaker for various educational conferences addressing both medical and non-medical audiences. Dr. Ilagan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). She completed a two-year Fellowship in Anti-Aging, Regenerative, & Functional Medicine and became Board Certified through a private medical organization (the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine) not affiliated with or recognized by the Florida Board of Medicine. She is a member of the American College of Physicians-American Society of Internal Medicine (ACP-ASIM), American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M), and the American Society of Bariatric Physicians (ASBP). Dr. Ilagan currently practices Internal Medicine, Anti-Aging Medicine and Bariatric/Weight management Medicine.

A Chicago trained Board Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician, was educated at National University Of Health Sciences Lombard Illinois. Dr. Maher practices an evidence-based, medically patented soft tissue treatment for muscle injuries and nerve entrapments, called Active Release Technique® and specializes in muscle therapy and pain management.

He is a member of the IRONMAN Performance Care Medical team for the World Championship Ironman Triathlon. And he has honorably served with distinction in US Naval Special Warfare (SEAL teams).

Dr. Cathleen Landers is a Chiropractor and Acupuncturist. She has been in private practice for the last ten years in Orange City, Florida. Dr. Landers was born in Vietnam to Chinese parents and immigrated to America at the age of four. She is fluent in Vietnamese, Chinese and English. Dr. Landers believes in healing the body as a whole. She combines chiropractic, acupuncture, hormonal optimization and nutrition to achieve maximum results. Dr. Landers is a compassionate doctor who truly loves her work. She also believes healthy habits begin at an early age. Therefore, she lectures at local schools educating students about health and wellness. Dr. Landers also volunteers at local schools to provide sport physicals for students at no cost. An avid golfer herself, Dr. Landers believes physical fitness is essential to long term health. Due to her understanding of the biomechanics of the golf swing and how it affects the body's muscle-skeletal system, she treats from weekend golfers to Nationwide, PGA and Champions Tour players.

She is well versed in different Chiropractic Techniques that includes: Diversified, Sacro-Occiptial Technique, Applied Kineosiology, Activator, Cranio-Therapy, Extremity Adjusting, Sports Injuries, Kinesio-sports Taping, Myofasica Release and Neuromuscular reeducation. With Acupuncture, Dr. Landers believes in measuring progress. She has a special EMI (Electroderm Meridian Imaging) Scan that she scans her patient's 12 Organ System points to measure the imbalances of Chi. Then she acupunctures the points that are not "balanced". After the treatment she post scan the patient to measure the how the individual patient respond to the acupuncture treatment. Results are phenomenal!!!

Todd Gegerson is a Board Certified and Licensed Acupuncture Physician. He studied at the Florida College of Integrative Medicine, and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree of Science in Professional Health Studies and a Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine.

These studies include specialized training in acupuncture, Chinese and western herbs, nutritional therapy, cupping, moxibustion, and other modalities.

He received additional training from renowned physicians including Dr. Li-Chun Huang OMD in Advanced Auricular Acupuncture, Dr. Richard Tan OMD in the Meridian Balance Method and Dr. Bob Marshall PhD, DACBN in nutrition. Additionally, he has certification in Acupoint Injection Therapy and Homotoxicology as well as training in QRA and pulse diagnosis.

Todd ventured east and completed an internship in China at The Yantai Traditional Chinese Medical Hospital, where he was exposed to a complete understanding of Chinese healing and culture which is integrated into the practice.

Todd is from a long lineage of physicians and has been greatly influenced by three Uncles practicing medicine as well as his own Father in Miami, Fl. The medical journey began for the Gegerson’s with Dr. Harry Gegerson who started his career in New York making house calls and then he opened the Pearl River General Hospital in 1949. Todd has evolved in his role as a practitioner and enjoys taking a grassroots approach with integrative medicine – something that has been instilled in him throughout his life.

Wanita Patterson received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Florida Southern College with honors followed with her Masters of Science in Nursing from the University of Florida graduating Suma Cum Laude and earning membership to the Sigma Theta Tau Academic Nursing Honor Society. In 2001, Wanita obtained her professional designation of Nurse Practitioner followed by board certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Wanita is currently a member of the Central Florida Nurse Practitioner Counsel. Wanita's has over 28 years of experience and expertise in cardiovascular disease and general practice.

Denise Hollis is a Masters level educated Nurse Practitioner, Certified Aesthetic Consultant and Personal Trainer. She specializes in restorative medicine, disease prevention, bio-identical hormone restoration for women and men, and cosmetic enhancements such as botox, facial fillers and laser skincare treatments. She has over 20 years of experience, a deep passion for wellness and a desire to deliver nothing less than excellence to each patient.

Margaret has been in charge of all weight management programs at SaJune Institute for Restorative and Regenerative Medicine for the last five years and has successfully supervised hundreds of patients with the loss of thousands of pounds. Margaret’s quest for educating her patients goes far beyond simplistic weight loss techniques and her deep seated passion for food and healthy eating is evident the moment you speak with her. The information she provides is an invaluable and empowering component in attaining a healthy body and lifestyle delivered with joy and enthusiasm.

Margaret’s journey as a health educator began with a desire to improve her own health and wellness over 20 years ago when she was faced with multiple health challenges. After realizing that conventional medicine was not working, she decided to take her health into her own hands and began extensive research and study on alternative healthcare options including ayurveda, Chinese herbs and nutrition as well as natural remedies. She was licensed as a Massage Therapist 15 years ago and her massage specialties include La Stone Therapy, Barefoot Shiatsu, Aromatherapy, Reiki level II and other energy balancing techniques. Margaret’s stone massage is claimed by her patients to be the very best they have ever experienced. Margaret has since retired from the practice of massage therapy in order to focus on her deepest passion: educating patients on how to improve their lives drastically with live foods and super foods which encourage healing on all levels.

Margaret is also a classically trained yoga instructor and has been studying and teaching yogic health practices for 20 years. Her yoga background enables her to offer instruction on incorporating breath and movement and proper body mechanics to our weight management program patients further influencing their physical, mental and emotional health in a positive direction.

Lisa is a Nationally Certified and Florida State licensed massage therapist. She graduated from the Bonita Springs School of Massage in Southwest Florida in 2004.

With additional continuing education, Lisa is trained in Neuromuscular Release, Sports Massage, Reflexology, Hot Stones and Barefoot Bodywork (similar to Thai Massage).

Each massage is customized to satisfy the needs of the patient/client by incorporating both Eastern and Western philosophies.

Lisa's passion for her work, combined with knowledge and her caring nature, gives her the capabilities to work comfortably with everyone from the stay at home Mom to professional athletes.

Bettyann Sahatjian has been in skin care for 30 years, working in some of the most prestigious spas in South Florida and Orlando. In 1992 she received her license in electrology from Orlando Institute of Electrology. Later she started working for a dermatologist. She went to laser school and became a certified medical electrologist to work in laser hair removal. Since then she has worked many modalities in laser and skin care. Constantly, she is keeping up with the latest techniques in this ever changing and exciting industry which she still loves and brings her expertise to SaJune Institute for Restorative and Regenerative Medicine.

Audrey has been working in the field of medical imaging for over 20 years. An Full Body Ultrasound Technologist, she has been actively credentialed by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers since 1987. She is a graduate of SUNY at Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, New York with a Bachelor's Degree in Radiologic Sciences and Technology. A certified medical Thermographer, Audrey has been further educated, trained and certified by the Institute for the Advancement of Medical Thermology.

Her passion is wellness; her "prescription" is prevention.