Janet Chao-Pearl, MD

Dr. Janet Chao-Pearl is a Yale and fellowship-trained facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon whose practice is devoted exclusively to surgery of the face, head, and neck. She specializes in facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery and facial rejuvenation procedures designed to restore balance and harmony while preserving each patient’s natural appearance.

Dr. Pearl is known for combining surgical precision with artistic judgment. Her approach emphasizes subtle, refined results that help patients look refreshed and confident without appearing overdone.

Education

Dr. Pearl completed her undergraduate studies at the University of San Diego, where she majored in biophysics and was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa. Her academic training combined a strong scientific foundation with an early appreciation for aesthetics and design.

She earned her medical degree from The George Washington University School of Medicine.

Surgical Training

Dr. Pearl completed a five-year surgical residency in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at Yale University, one of the country’s leading academic medical centers. During her training, she developed extensive expertise in facial anatomy, reconstructive surgery, and complex procedures of the head and neck.

Following residency, she pursued advanced fellowship training in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery through the American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS). This prestigious fellowship focuses exclusively on aesthetic and reconstructive procedures of the face.

Clinical Focus

Dr. Pearl’s clinical practice focuses exclusively on aesthetic surgery of the face and neck. By dedicating her practice to this specialized area, she has gained deep expertise in procedures such as:

Her goal is to create results that look natural, harmonious, and long-lasting.

Research and Academic Contributions

In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Pearl has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed publications in leading medical journals and has contributed textbook chapters on deep plane facelift techniques. Her academic work reflects a commitment to thoughtful, evidence-based surgical practice and superior results in the field of facial aesthetics.

Surgical Philosophy

A Natural Approach to Facial Rejuvenation

Dr. Pearl believes the most successful facial surgery enhances what is already beautiful about a person rather than dramatically changing how they look.

Her approach focuses on preserving natural facial structure while restoring balance, contour, and youthful proportions. She favors surgical techniques that respect the underlying anatomy and minimize unnecessary disruption to tissue, allowing for smoother healing and long-lasting results.

During consultations, Dr. Pearl takes time to understand each patient’s concerns and goals. She guides patients through their options with honesty and clarity so they can make decisions with confidence.

Her ultimate goal is simple:
patients should look refreshed, rested, and natural—never overdone.

Outside the Operating Room

Outside of medicine, Dr. Pearl enjoys Pilates, yoga, hiking, skiing, travel, and spending time with her husband and their Samoyed, Powder.