Meet Dr. Desiree Eakin

Science-Backed. Soul-Led. Woman-Centered

IBoard-Certified in Obesity Medicine, Pediatrics, and Aesthetic Medicine
Founder, Educator, Root-Cause Strategist

    • University of California, Irvine: Fellowship, Integrative & Functional Wellness

    • University of Nevada School of Medicine: Residency, Pediatrics

    • Ross University School of Medicine: Doctor of Medicine

    • University of California, Irvine: Bachelor of Science, Applied Ecology

    • Fellow, Integrative and Functional Wellness

    • Diplomate, American Board of Obesity Medicine

    • Diplomate, American Board of Procedural Medicine

    • Diplomate, American Board of Pediatrics

    • Advanced Hormone Opitmization

    • Advanced Neuromodulator Injector

    • Dermal Filler Master Injector

    • Advanced Medical Aesthetics

    • Acne Therapies in Aesthetic Medicine

    • Infrared and Radiofrequency in Body Shaping

    • Microneedling and Radiofrequency in Collagen Remodeling

    • Fibroblast Therapy

    • Laser Application in Aesthetics and Anti-Aging

    • Advanced Aesthetic Certification

    • Medical Weight Loss

    • Ketogenic/IF Weight Loss

    • Business of Aesthetic Medicine

    • Peptide Therapy in Longevity Medicine

    • Award for Best Aesthetic Outcome, 2022  

    • Best in Laser Hair Removal, 2022    

    • LA Top 10 Pediatricians, 2017

    • Best of Burbank, Pediatrician, 2015, 2016, 2017

    • Pasadena Top Doctor, 2013, 2014, 2016

    • Super Doctors Southern California Rising Stars 2016

    • Attending of the Year, University of Nevada School of Medicine, 2011

    • Intern of the Year, University of Nevada School of Medicine, 2007

    • Newborn Nursery Intern of the Year, University of Nevada School of Medicine, 2007 

    • Dean’s List

    • Use of transcranial magnetic stimulation in the prevention of chronic migraine headaches

    • Low dose tirzepatide in the treatment of obesity

    • Treatment of hair loss with minoxidil and salicylic acid in a modified micro-dermabrasion vehicle

    • Intense pulsed light in the treatment of superficial rhytids and hyperpigmentation

    • Psoriasis treatment with 50 mg micronized clobetasol propionate compared to clobetasol propionate and a control cream: A double-blind, randomized, controlled study

    • Intense Pulsed Light in the Treatment of Lichen Sclerosus et Atrophicus: A Case Study

    • Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine, USC Keck School of Medicine, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles

    • Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Nevada School of Medicine, Children’s Hospital Nevada

    • Clinical Instructor, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center

    • Clinical Instructor, Keck USC School of Medicine, Physician Assistant Program

    • Clinical Instructor, Keck USC School of Medicine, Nurse Practitioner Program

    • Clinical Instructor, Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital, Department of Family Medicine

    • Externship Instructor, San Joaquin Valley College, Medical Assistant Program

    • Clinical Professor of Clinical Simulation, University of Nevada School of Medicine, Clinical Simulation Center of Las Vegas

    • Director of Morbidity and Mortality Conference, University of Nevada School of Medicine

    • Implementing Transcranial Magnetic Energy for Mental Wellness, BTL Conference, Beverly Hills, California, June 2025

    • Implementing Transcranial Magnetic Energy for Mental Wellness, BTL Conference, Bellevue, Washington, November 2024

    • Implementing Transcranial Magnetic Energy for Mental Wellness, BTL Conference, Irvine, California, March 2025

    • Keynote Speaker, BTL Conference, Los Angeles, California, December 2024

    • Keynote Speaker, BTL Conference, Huntington Beach, California, September 2024

    • Synergizing BTL Devices with Weight Loss Peptides for Optimal Health Outcomes, BTL Conference, Newport Beach, California, July 2024

    • Implementing Peptides for Weight Loss, Expert Panel, BTL Conference, Los Angeles, California, May 2024

    • Standard of Care for Newborn Screenings, Pediatric Noon Conference, Department of Pediatrics, Kaiser Permanente, Los Angeles, California, February 2024

    • Keynote Speaker, BTL Conference, Dallas, Texas, November 2023

    • Implementing Peptides for Weight Loss, Expert Panel, BTL Conference, Huntington Beach, California, December 2023

    • Keynote Speaker, BTL Conference, Huntington Beach, California, September 2023

    • Plagiocephaly:  An Emerging Epidemic, Pediatric Noon Conference, Department of Pediatrics, Kaiser Permanente, Los Angeles, California, March 2021                                                  

    • Electrolyte Abnormalities in the Hospitalized Patient, Pediatric Noon Conference, Department of Pediatrics, University of Nevada School of Medicine, Las Vegas, Nevada, November 2012 

    • Physical Examination: Revisited, Pediatric Noon Conference, Department of Pediatrics, University of Nevada School of Medicine, Las Vegas, Nevada, November 2010 

    • Management of Ear, Nose and Throat Disorders in the Hospitalized Patient, Pediatric Noon Conference, Department of Pediatrics, University of Nevada School of Medicine, Las Vegas, Nevada, August 2010 

    • Management of Respiratory Disorders in the Hospitalized Patient, Pediatric Noon Conference, Department of Pediatrics, University of Nevada School of Medicine, Las Vegas, Nevada, August 2010 

    • How to Write a History and Physical Examination, Pediatric Noon Conference, Department of Pediatrics, University of Nevada School of Medicine, Las Vegas, Nevada, July 2010 

    • The Importance of Morbidity and Mortality Conference, Pediatric Noon Conference, Department of Pediatrics, University of Nevada School of Medicine, Las Vegas, Nevada, July 2010 

    • Life After Residency, Department of Pediatrics, University of Nevada School of Medicine. PowerPoint presentation for third year pediatric residents, Las Vegas, Nevada, January 2010 

    • Choosing a Career in Healthcare, University of Nevada School of Medicine, Las Vegas, Nevada, December 2009 

DESIREE R. EAKIN, MD, FAAP, FAAOM

Fellow, Integrative and Functional Wellness; Diplomate, American Board of Obesity Medicine; Diplomate, American Board of Procedural Medicine; Diplomate, American Board of Pediatrics

Dr. Desiree Eakin is a graduate of the University of California, Irvine, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Applied Ecology. She earned her Doctor of Medicine with honors from Ross University School of Medicine and completed her residency training at the University of Nevada School of Medicine. She is board-certified by the American Academy of Procedural Medicine, the American Board of Obesity Medicine and the American Board of Pediatrics.

Dr. Desiree Eakin, MD
Board-Certified in Obesity Medicine, Pediatrics, and Aesthetic Medicine
Founder, Educator, Root-Cause Strategist

Dr. Desiree Eakin began her career in pediatrics with one goal: to help people thrive from their earliest days. But over time, she began to see the limits of traditional medicine—where symptoms were managed, but the deeper causes often remained unaddressed. That realization sparked a transformation.

Board-certified in both Pediatrics and Obesity Medicine, Dr. Eakin transitioned from primary care into the world of integrative and functional medicine, where she could ask better questions, treat the whole person, and empower lasting change. Today, she specializes in root-cause metabolic health, hormone optimization, and aesthetic wellness—bridging the gap between how you feel and how you look.

A graduate of the University of California, Irvine (B.S. in Applied Ecology), Dr. Eakin earned her Doctor of Medicine with honors from Ross University and completed her residency at the University of Nevada School of Medicine. She holds advanced certifications in aesthetic medicine, hormone therapy, and regenerative wellness, and remains board-certified by the American Academy of Procedural Medicine, the American Board of Obesity Medicine, and the American Board of Pediatrics.

Dr. Eakin blends her clinical expertise with a personalized, whole-body approach—bringing together metabolic science, mind-body tools, and aesthetic artistry. Whether she’s supporting a patient through hormone therapy, body composition goals, or skin rejuvenation, her care philosophy is the same: treat the root, honor the whole, and restore confidence from the inside out.

She is a Key Opinion Leader in transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and high-intensity focused electromagnetic energy (HIFEM), and serves as a principal investigator in multiple ongoing clinical trials. She also mentors medical students, residents, and physician assistant trainees, sharing her integrated approach to healing and hormone science.

Though she has moved away from pediatric practice, Dr. Eakin continues to support children's health through community outreach and nonprofit service. She currently sits on the board of the Children’s Benefit League of Long Beach, focusing her advocacy efforts where her heart has always been—on families and future generations.

Outside of practice, Dr. Eakin is a wife, mom of two daughters, painter, educator, and passionate lifelong learner.

Redefining Beauty Through Hormone Wisdom and Whole-Body Wellness

Having completed advanced training in aesthetic medicine, hormone optimization, and integrative wellness, Dr. Eakin remains dedicated to staying at the forefront of anti-aging science and personalized health, offering patients comprehensive care that supports both their appearance and well-being. She combines evidence-based medicine with aesthetic artistry to deliver natural-looking, rejuvenated results. Her philosophy centers on enhancing each patient’s unique features—achieving a youthful, refreshed appearance without ever looking overdone. With her keen eye for symmetry and deep knowledge of facial anatomy, she ensures that every procedure is not only beautiful, but also safe and personalized.

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