Justin Perez, MD Chief Medical Officer MARINA PLASTIC SURGERY

Training & Experience

Dr. Perez serves as one of the aesthetic fellowship directors for the USC-Marina Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship and has participated as a principal investigator in clinical studies helping bring new aesthetic technologies and devices to market. He is recognized within the industry for providing advanced surgical and non-surgical treatments while remaining at the forefront of innovation in aesthetic medicine.

His training background reflects a commitment to excellence at every stage of his career. Dr. Perez completed aesthetic fellowship training at one of the most prestigious aesthetic surgery fellowships in the country. He also trained at UT Southwestern Medical Center, internationally recognized for its leadership in medical education, clinical care, and surgical research. He earned his medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Perez has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications and book chapters focused on aesthetic surgery techniques, including contributions to the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Journal. He has extensive training in facial aesthetics, breast surgery, and complex revision procedures.

Advancing Aesthetic Science

Dr. Justin Lee Perez grounds his clinical practice in rigorous academic research. He serves as the Chief Medical Officer at Marina Plastic Surgery and holds a faculty position with the Keck School of Medicine USC Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. His core areas of focus include facelifts, revision rhinoplasty, and complex breast and body procedures.

He contributes original data to major medical journals. This continuous research establishes a foundation of first-party knowledge that shapes modern surgical techniques.

Pioneering Adipose Matrix Therapy

Traditional fat grafting requires a surgical harvest site. Dr. Perez researches clinical alternatives that bypass this extraction phase. He co-authored a systematic review in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery detailing the applications of Allograft Adipose Matrix (AAM). Materials in this category function as off-the-shelf tissue that stimulates new fat cell growth at the exact injection site. His published data provides patients with options for organic volume restoration without sacrificing fat from another area of their body.

The Latino Nose and Ethnic Rhinoplasty

A structural approach requires an understanding of diverse anatomy. Dr. Perez published "Recognizing Racial Heterogeneity in the Latino Nose" in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He expanded on this research by co-authoring the book chapter "Anatomic Considerations of The Latino Nose" in Global Masters in Rhinoplasty. This literature defines his custom, non-template approach to facial balance. He accommodates diverse anatomical structures and conducts precise consultations in Spanish.

Facial Rejuvenation and Surgical Education

Dr. Perez trains other surgeons in the mechanics of facial aging. He developed the Facelift and Necklift Module for the ASPS Education Network. This curriculum details the exact anatomical techniques required for tension-free, natural facial rejuvenation.

An Elite Academic Foundation

His commitment to surgical precision started during his undergraduate studies. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Fordham University before earning his medical degree at Weill Cornell Medical College. At Cornell, he secured induction into the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society.

He completed his integrated plastic surgery residency at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. During his training, he scored in the 94th percentile on the American Board of Plastic Surgery written exams. He brought his expertise to Los Angeles to complete the MarinaRox Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship, a program endorsed by The Aesthetic Society.