About
Dr. Thomas Pero co-founded SoCal Testosterone Clinic to bring his long-standing passion for fitness, longevity, and hormonal health directly to patients. He earned his undergraduate degree in Biochemistry at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia before completing his medical degree at St. George's University. He trained in Emergency Medicine across Los Angeles and Corpus Christi, Texas, and holds board certification in Emergency Medicine.
Dr. Pero became part owner of an Emergency Physician group serving multiple Southern California hospitals. He is passionate about preventive medicine and executive health. He is currently on TRT himself, giving him firsthand insight into how dose changes, delivery methods, and timing affect energy, sleep, and mood. He grew up in Toms River, New Jersey, in a large Italian-American family he credits as a foundational influence in his life.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Biochemistry, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
Medical School
St. George's University
Residency
Emergency Medicine, Los Angeles, CA and Corpus Christi, TX
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Pero right for?
Dr. Pero is a strong fit for adult men dealing with low energy, reduced libido, or changes in mood and body composition. Men interested in preventive health and optimizing long-term performance benefit from his background in executive health. His personal experience on TRT gives him practical insight that resonates with patients new to hormone therapy. He works well with clients who want a physician who understands the lived experience of treatment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Pero focuses on testosterone deficiency, fatigue, low sex drive, muscle mass loss, weight gain, focus issues, and irritability in adult men. He also addresses broader hormonal imbalances through comprehensive lab-based assessments.
Yes, Dr. Pero holds board certification in Emergency Medicine. He trained in Emergency Medicine across Los Angeles and Corpus Christi, Texas before co-founding SoCal Testosterone Clinic.
Dr. Pero earned his medical degree at St. George's University. He completed his undergraduate studies in Biochemistry at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.
Yes, Dr. Pero is currently on TRT himself. That firsthand experience gives him direct insight into how dose changes, delivery methods, and timing affect energy, sleep, and mood.
Dr. Pero is passionate about preventive medicine and executive health. He brings a performance-oriented mindset to patient care, with particular interest in longevity and fitness-related health goals.
Dr. Pero sees adult men in the Los Angeles area seeking hormone optimization, performance health, and medical weight loss. His patients often include professionals and executives looking for a data-driven approach to their health.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026