Have you ever looked forward to your visit to the gynecologist? If you are like most women the answer is a big “NO”. Gynecology and women’s health typically focus exclusively on “have to’s” such as pap smears, breast exams, mammograms, infections and other necessary but unpleasant issues. While these are extremely important and fully covered at IWI we believe in a more holistic approach to women’s care and also focus on “want to’s”. That means offering care that improves your quality-of-life, your intimacy and your confidence. We cover issues with sexual function, hormone imbalances, functional medicine, anti-aging, as well as the most advanced non-surgical and surgical treatments for gynecologic issues available. Experience the difference!
The team working with and supporting Dr. Guerette is the most advanced and experienced team treating women’s pelvic issues in the region, with combined experience of over 40 years. They work closely with Dr. Guerette to ensure you are well cared for, feel comfortable, are educated and feel heard. Additionally, they have tremendous expertise to help you achieve your best outcome.
Dr. Nathan Guerette is Founder and CEO of The Intimate Wellness Institute of Virginia as well as the Intimate Wellness Institute (a physician training institute). He is triple board certified in Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology and Family Medicine. He specializes in minimally invasive surgical options for pelvic reconstruction and cosmetic surgery including advanced vaginal and robotic surgery as well as non-surgical options. He also holds an appointment as Associate Clinical Professor at the Medical College of Virginia, Virginia Commonwealth University in the division of Urogynecology and also holds an appointment as Full Professor at Riverside Regional Medical Center. He serves as Director of Robotic Surgery at Johnston Willis Medical Center.
Prior to moving to Virginia, Dr. Guerette served as Director of Urogynecology at Pennsylvania Hospital, University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. He completed his Fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in 2005 and is the first fellowship trained, board certified Urogynecologist in Central Virginia.
Dr. Guerette is internationally recognized in his field and has presented and published on over 200 topics both at a national and international level and has contributed significant original research to the practice of Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery as well as cosmetic reconstruction. He has lectured and performed surgery in Asia, Europe, South America and Australia and has been chosen as Key Note speaker and has Chaired numerous meetings on Urogynecology, Vaginal Rejuvenation and Laser Vaginal treatments and reconstruction. Locally, Dr. Guerette has been elected Top Doctor Honors by Richmond Magazine in his field every year from 2010-2024 and is a frequent contributor to women’s health topics in the local media.
As a world renowned Urogynecologist Dr. Guerette performs over 600 reconstructive pelvic surgeries a year and, for many types of procedures, has done the most globally.
Dr. Guerette continues to actively participate in clinical research to advance care for women including many FDA level studies. Dr. Guerette also serves as an expert consultant for many biomedical companies in the development of new technologies and as a national level legal consultant in his field. He also holds numerous technology patents.
Annie Edwards earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Old Dominion University. She is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in prehospital and emergency medicine, aesthetics, weight loss, and integrative health.
A certified yoga instructor, Annie Edwards integrates holistic practices with her medical expertise to promote wellness. She advocates alternative, herbal, and integrative medicine, contributing to research such as “Herbal and Supplement Use in Older Adults: Beliefs, Attitudes, and Motivations,” presented at the Virginia Council of Nurse Practitioners and the International Council of Nurses in Ireland.
Annie Edwards has been recognized for her excellence in healthcare, earning awards like the Outstanding Prehospital Provider Award in 2021 and the Aetna Hero Award in 2023. She is also an adjunct faculty member at Old Dominion University, teaching in the Family Nurse Practitioner Program.
Her professional affiliations include the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, the Virginia Council of Nurse Practitioners, Omicron Delta Kappa- The National Leadership Honor Society, and Sigma Theta Tau- The International Honor Society of Nursing. Dr. Edwards is a sought-after speaker, presenting at state conventions for prehospital providers on topics such as emergency medicine, preventive care, and integrative health.
The Intimate Wellness Institute of Virginia is the most advanced, specialized, and comprehensive center for Advanced Gynecology, Urogynecology, Sexual Medicine, and Cosmetic Pelvic Medicine and Reconstruction in the region. We recognize the sensitivity of the issues our patients face and offer care in a very personal way.
"I think the thing that stood out most about the office is that I really felt like, Dr. Guerette understood what I was talking about when I started talking about some of the bladder issues I had. And number two,everybody just seemed really very caring. I really appreciated that."
"I would recommend Dr. G and Jennifer because they are the best. They listen, they're very patient and they really know their stuff! I would like to add that since I have, found Dr. G and Jennifer, I have learned a lot about myself and what I'm going through, that I'm not the only one and there's help so don't have to suffer in silence any longer."
"When I was here, I felt completely heard. I felt, seen and understood. You guys really helped me. You made me not feel, you made me feel like a human. You didn't make me feel like I was a patient."
"I have a much better idea of what's going on with my body and the things that I need to do to, help be more comfortable, have a better quality of life."
