About
Dahra Perkins, MD, ABFM, ABIHM founded Elevate Health in Portland, Oregon and serves as its lead physician. She earned her undergraduate degree in Social Sciences from UC Berkeley and her MD from USC Keck School of Medicine. She completed her Family Medicine residency at OHSU and pursued additional training in integrative and functional medicine, including nutrition and herbal medicine.
Dr. Perkins holds dual board certifications in Family Medicine and Integrative and Holistic Medicine. She sees patients from newborns to the elderly, across all genders and health backgrounds. Her clinical philosophy centers on identifying the root obstacles to each patient's vitality, not just treating isolated symptoms. She draws on rigorous diagnostic science, advanced testing, ancient healing traditions, and each patient's own intuition. A Portland resident since 2005, Dr. Perkins is an avid cyclist, dancer, and outdoor enthusiast with a wide range of personal passions from scuba diving to woodworking.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
UC Berkeley, BS in Social Sciences
Medical School
USC Keck School of Medicine
Residency
Family Medicine, OHSU
Additional Training
Additional training in integrative and functional medicine, including nutrition and herbal medicine
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Perkins right for?
Dr. Perkins is a strong fit for patients who want a physician who addresses root causes, not just symptoms. She serves patients across all life stages, from newborns to older adults. Those managing complex or chronic conditions benefit from her integrative and functional medicine training. Patients who value a collaborative, unhurried relationship with their doctor will feel at home in her care. Her panel size of 400 ensures meaningful access and individualized attention.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Perkins treats a wide range of conditions, including chronic disease, acute infections, injuries, and hormonal issues. She also works with patients managing complex, chronic conditions where a root-cause approach is important. Her dual training in family medicine and integrative medicine allows her to address both immediate concerns and longer-term health optimization.
Yes. Dr. Perkins holds board certifications from both the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Board of Integrative and Holistic Medicine. She also completed additional training in functional medicine, nutrition, and herbal medicine.
Dr. Perkins earned her MD from USC Keck School of Medicine. She completed her Family Medicine residency at Oregon Health and Science University. After residency, she pursued further training in integrative and functional medicine, including nutrition and herbal medicine.
Dr. Perkins works in partnership with her patients. She focuses on identifying the obstacles to each person's vitality rather than treating symptoms in isolation. She draws on advanced diagnostics, evidence-based science, and integrative healing traditions. She structures her practice specifically to allow time to listen and collaborate.
Yes. Dr. Perkins sees patients from newborns through the elderly. She has experience caring for people at all stages of life and across all health backgrounds, from generally healthy individuals to those with complex chronic conditions.
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Dr. Perkins holds affiliations with the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Board of Integrative and Holistic Medicine, the Oregon Medical Association, the Institute of Functional Medicine, and the American College for the Advancement in Medicine.
Doctor profile last updated March 22, 2026