TYLER PERKINS, PA

Tyler is a graduate of Eastern Virginia Medical School and a member of the Pi Alpha Honor Society. His journey into medicine has been driven by a profound fascination with the complexities of the human mind. During his education, he found his passion for psychiatry and behavioral health, which led him to seek out additional experiences in the field. He has experience in a variety of psychiatry settings, including outpatient, inpatient, mental crisis management, and addiction medicine. He is committed to delivering high-quality patient care, focusing on empathy, integrity, and evidence-based medicine. He is determined to advance the field through research, advocacy, and collaboration with other healthcare professionals and to discover better, more innovative ways to treat patients who suffer from mental health disorders. He believes in a holistic approach to health and that mental health is at the core of a person’s overall well-being. If we can ensure a healthy mind, we can live our most optimal lives in the best overall health. In this, he wants patients to function to the best of their abilities in mind, body, and spirit. Empathy and compassion lie at the core of his practice philosophy, as he actively listens to patients, acknowledges their concerns, and involves them in decision-making regarding their health to create a working relationship to achieve their best health and make a meaningful difference in their lives.

Originally from the Central Coast of California, Tyler moved to the Hampton Roads area with his wife and fell in love with the area and the community. He is eager to give back to the community where he has felt so welcomed. Tyler enjoys all things outdoors in his free time, including hiking, fishing, archery, and gardening. He is also quite a culinary enthusiast, including both cooking and eating. Above all, he enjoys spending time with his family.