Research & Innovation
At The Roxbury Institute, our Department of Surgery represents the pinnacle of surgical excellence, combining decades of expertise with the latest innovations in surgical technique and technology.
Our Approach
to Research & Innovation
Meet Our Research & Innovation (foundation) Team
Our surgeons are recognized leaders in their specialized fields with distinguished backgrounds in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery.
Aria Vazirnia, MD
Dr. Aria Vazirnia, MD, MAS, FAAD, is a Harvard-trained, double board-certified dermatologic surgeon. Building on his esteemed Harvard fellowship, Dr. Aria has established himself as a leading Lipedema Surgeon with the Advanced Lipedema Treatment (ALT) Program at The Roxbury Institute, treating patients in Los Angeles, CA, and Salt Lake City, Utah.
Aria Vazirnia, MD
Dr. Aria Vazirnia, MD, MAS, FAAD, is a Harvard-trained, double board-certified dermatologic surgeon. Building on his esteemed Harvard fellowship, Dr. Aria has established himself as a leading Lipedema Surgeon with the Advanced Lipedema Treatment (ALT) Program at The Roxbury Institute, treating patients in Los Angeles, CA, and Salt Lake City, Utah.
David Amron, MD
Board-certified dermatologic surgeon and the pioneer of lipedema surgery in the United States. Dr. Amron's innovative techniques and dedication to advancing medical knowledge have established him as a global leader in his field. As founder of The Roxbury Institute and star of Netflix's "Celebrity Plastic Surgeons of Beverly Hills," he has dedicated his career to setting new standards in patient care and surgical excellence.
David Amron, MD
Board-certified dermatologic surgeon and the pioneer of lipedema surgery in the United States. Dr. Amron's innovative techniques and dedication to advancing medical knowledge have established him as a global leader in his field. As founder of The Roxbury Institute and star of Netflix's "Celebrity Plastic Surgeons of Beverly Hills," he has dedicated his career to setting new standards in patient care and surgical excellence.
David Smart, MD
Dr. David Smart is a distinguished board-certified dermatologic surgeon bringing exceptional expertise to the Advanced Lipedema Treatment (ALT) program at The Roxbury Institute in Salt Lake City.
David Smart, MD
Dr. David Smart is a distinguished board-certified dermatologic surgeon bringing exceptional expertise to the Advanced Lipedema Treatment (ALT) program at The Roxbury Institute in Salt Lake City.
Karen L. Herbst, MD, PhD
Dr. Karen L. Herbst, a prominent board-certified endocrinologist, serves as the Head of Research and Director of Diagnostic and Preventative Medicine at The Roxbury Institute in Tucson, Arizona, home to the Advanced Lipedema Treatment (ALT) program.
Karen L. Herbst, MD, PhD
Dr. Karen L. Herbst, a prominent board-certified endocrinologist, serves as the Head of Research and Director of Diagnostic and Preventative Medicine at The Roxbury Institute in Tucson, Arizona, home to the Advanced Lipedema Treatment (ALT) program.
Perry Kezh, PhD
Dr. Perry Kezh serves as the Head Research Scientist at The Roxbury Institute in Los Angeles, where she works closely with Dr. Karen Herbst in her role as Head of Research. Together, they lead efforts to advance the scientific understanding of lipedema and related adipose tissue disorders, with a focus on bridging clinical care and translational research.
Perry Kezh, PhD
Dr. Perry Kezh serves as the Head Research Scientist at The Roxbury Institute in Los Angeles, where she works closely with Dr. Karen Herbst in her role as Head of Research. Together, they lead efforts to advance the scientific understanding of lipedema and related adipose tissue disorders, with a focus on bridging clinical care and translational research.
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