Dr. Perkins was born in New York and has lived all over the country during her 15-year military service post 09/11.
During years of practicing as a bariatric/metabolic surgeon, she found great enjoyment and pleasure in learning and performing the aesthetic surgery and body contouring needs of her patients’ post-weight loss. Dr. Perkins is also working on editing a book she is going to publish about her perseverance and journey in medicine.
Dr. Perkins’s Medical Philosophy is “Every patient should receive the most compassionate, understanding, and personal care and treatment, and I strive to ensure they do.”
Dr. Perkins has received numerous awards for excellence in patient care, and highest patient satisfaction awards annually.
When not operating, Dr. Perkins enjoys amateur boxing with her son, Julian. She also enjoys skiing, spending time with her puppies, and watching the NBA.
Dr. Perkins’s favorite charities are Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation which provides food for those hungry and in poverty. World Central Kitchen by Chef Jose Andreas brings food to those affected by crisis/natural disasters. Another charity, The USA Basketball Foundation, helps underprivileged kids get the opportunity to play. Lastly, Gabriel’s Angels helps at-risk children adopt a pet.