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Dr. Helen Perakis, MD

Dr. Helen Perakis, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Helen Perakis, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Valhalla, NY and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine in 2006. She is affiliated with Westchester Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Westchester Medical Center Plastic Surgery

100 Woods Rd Valhalla, NY 10595
Telehealth available

Dr. Perakis is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Perakis specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery & Plastic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Perakis' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Perakis

4.2
10 ratings, 8 with a written review
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very please with post mastectomy reconstruction
This review comes after a long road with multiple surgeries starting with a breast reduction and then an incidental finding of cancer, a full double mastectomy, replacement of breasts and then a swapping out surgery from second set of implants that were uneven and uncomfortable with large ugly scars with unattractive rippling. I came to Dr. Parakis feeling defeated and like I would never feel happy again and trying to tell myself to just be grateful I was cancer free and not to be superficial and go through yet another surgery. She was so kind to calmly assure me that this is what she excels at and kept me from feeling like this surgery was frivolous and validated how I longed to look good again and rightfully so after all I had been through. Dr. Parakis replaced my implants and corrected my pockets to get them at an even and symmetrical level she also did liposuction on my thighs and added fat from my thighs around the implants to give them a fuller more blended natural appearance.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Corbett Hoffman – Jan 09, 2025
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Wonderful Surgeon
This is a well deserved glowing 5 star review for Dr Helen Perakis. Yesterday Dr Perakis and her team operated on my wife for 5 hours. My wife needed a re-do of her breast reconstruction following double mastectomy. A very challenging task. She had no breast tissue to work with, very little fat and previously shifted and excessively mobile pocket of old implant and hypertrophic poorly positioned scar. My wife needed her double mastectomy at a relatively young age. She is very active, exercises regularly and fashion and image conscious. She was plagued by her constantly shifting implant and pain. This is not an easy task to fix. Yesterday Dr Perakis told me the surgery should be about 3 hours. It took 5 hours. 5 hours Dr Perakis and her team spent on patiently getting it right for my wife. She did a wonderful job. Her demeanor, skill and attention to detail are truly special. We are eternally grateful to her. I am a physician myself and recognize when a coll
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Hoffman family – Sep 25, 2024
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Saved my hand
I badly injured the tops of my hand in a snow machine accident. The first specialist recommended amputation of 3 fingers on my dominant hand. Fortunately I asked for a second opinion from Helen Perakis who confidently told me she could save my fingers, and she did. Couldn’t be more enthusiastic in recommending her. She is awesome in every way.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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May 31, 2023
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Very satisfied
Very satisfied. Had a bilateral breast reduction and I am very pleased with the outcome. The surgery went well, pain was minimal and she did a fantastic job of hiding the incisions. I absolutely love my new look. Thank you Dr. Perakis.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 11, 2022
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Dr. Perakis was doing a straightforward removal of a cyst. I learned later that I should never of been operated on while the area was extremely swollen. During the healing process all of my stitches (internal and external) ripped out of the incision as the swelling went down. What should have taken 6 weeks max to heal took 12 weeks and three rounds of antibiotics to heal. She offered to do another surgery to fix the AWFUL scarring. Now she's moved to NY. Wouldn't recommend her to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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Northampton, MA – Oct 28, 2016
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Not much to say but SHES INCREDIBLE.!!! I love Her .! Excellent Dr. I had my breast reduction with her and she did a Perfect Job.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Shalymar in Florence MA – Aug 29, 2016
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Dr Perakis has a wonderful personality, easy to talk to, I never felt rushed and she answered all my questions. I'm am very happy with the surgery she completed on me and highly recommend her and her office!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Mar 15, 2016
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I have been very satisfied with the whole process. She is down to earth and very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Jan 12, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

In addition to providing excellent medical and surgical care to my patients, a large part of my philosophy is to educate my patients so that they can be a part of the decision making process in their care.  I strive to treat my patients as...read more

biography

Professional Memberships American Society of Plastic Surgeons American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery American College of Surgeons View a list of search results for Helen Perakis's publications* *National Library of Medicine search results may include other providers with similar names.
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Minnesota Hospital And Clinics

    Residency Hospital, 2014
  • Georgia Regents University - Otolaryngology

    Residency Hospital, 2011
  • Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2006
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Plastic Surgery
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Dr. Perakis is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Westchester Medical Center Plastic Surgery

    Westchester Medical Center Plastic Surgery100 Woods Rd Valhalla, NY 10595
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Westchester Medical Center

      100 Woods Rd
      Valhalla, NY 10595
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      80%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      69%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      7% lower than the national average

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