Ryan Perkins, MD

Dr. Ryan Perkins is a pulmonologist who specializes in treating lung conditions in children and adolescents. He earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans and completed his residency at the University of Mississippi Medical Center Program. With 15 years of experience in pulmonary medicine, Dr. Perkins brings extensive knowledge to diagnosing and managing respiratory disorders. He provides care in English for his patients and families.

Dr. Perkins practices at Boston Children's Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts, where he focuses on comprehensive pulmonary care. He treats children with asthma and cystic fibrosis, helping families manage these chronic respiratory conditions. His expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing to assess how well lungs are working, along with specialized tests like bronchodilator reversibility testing and asthma challenge tests to determine the best treatment approaches for each young patient.