Wilmington doctor surrenders his medical license

Dr. Perry has been treating me and my twins for almost two years. He is the most caring and compassionate doctor that this town has ever had. One of my twins has a VP Shunt and Cerebral Palsey and out of all the doctors that he has seen in his short 5 years, Dr. Perry is the only doctor he looks forward to seeing. When I told him that Dr. Perry was sick and would be out for awhile he actually cried and wanted to go visit him. I feel personally insulted at comments made by those of you who did not know him and are basing your comments on the media. Jacob and Jackson send their love to you Dr. Perry. Please hang in there and we will be waiting for your return. If there is anything you need, please do not hesitate to call. You have certainly been there for us and we would love to return the favor. You are in our prayers.

To everyone concerned about Dr. Perry's situation. Please send your emails and letters to the: North Carolina Medical Board R. David Henderson, J.D., Executive Director P.O. Box 20007 Raleigh, NC 27619 (919) 326-1100 / Fax:(919) 326-1130 www.ncmedboard.org It occurred to me today that we, Dr. Perry's longtime patients or parents of children who are patients can make possibly make a difference. There are so many of us who have loved the care and quality of care he has given through the PeeDee Clinic, during hurricanes, in the middle of the night, in the early morning and during regular office hours -- that we should let our voices be heard not just on this board but by the North Carolina Medical Board. We have the potential to make a difference if we let the Medical Board know how much we all deeply care about him and his practice. We have known him (many of us) for years. I think I read (maybe) three posts from people who left the practice because they were discouraged by having to wait while Dr. Perry helped other patients. Other than those posts, the overwhelming mindset is that Dr. Perry is not just a good Doctor but the best Doctor that most of us have ever encountered. We have watched him help our (sometimes incredibly) sick children get better, sometimes starting with getting a little smile from their tiny mouths. It is so rare to find a Dr. who is so thorough and so caring. When we were in his rooms, we got his undivided attention. I could go on and on and I will, to the North Carolina Medical Board. I hope you will join me. He and his practice will be sorely missed if his license is not returned and this matter cleared up. The Medical Board doesn't know him, but we do. We can make a difference by letting them know how we feel about him and his practice! It is a shame to see this happen to him. So -- for those of you who are so inclined, please join me in sending (lots) of letters to the board about how you feel about Dr. Perry, professionally and, if you know him personally and know how much integrity he has both personally and professionally, that too. Again -- to write or email North Carolina Medical Board R. David Henderson, J.D., Executive Director P.O. Box 20007 Raleigh, NC 27619 (919) 326-1100 / Fax:(919) 326-1130 www.ncmedboard.org

My husband was working in Wilmington. We had a 2 year old toddler. No one -- not ONE pediatrician in Wilmington was 'taking new patients' -- even though we were only going to be there temporarily, I couldn't get our daughter in to see any Pediatrician in the WIlmington area. On top of that, the receptionists, office managers etc. were simply rude when I inquired if they could refer me to another Pediatrician. Then I found the PeeDee clinic. What an incredible stroke of luck for us. I ended up being so thankful that the other Pediatricians in the area were all too busy as I don't think I have ever met a more caring, thorough Doctor. My daughter has Autism Spectrum Disorder, and he was able to keep her focused while he examined her. It has been many years since we met Dr. Perry and have been his patients and I have nothing but positive things to say about him. Whatever kind of car he drives has nothing to do with how he cared for his patients. He is kind, attentive -- LOVES the kids and they love him. He was always there for his patients and during times when everyone was getting whatever bug was going around, he was open -- he was there -- and sometimes you had to wait -- but HE WAS THERE! He didn't leave the clinic until everyone who needed to be seen, was seen. He was also there early the next day. He was always open during hurricanes -- and chose not to evacuate in case his services were needed -- and they always were. He is a wonderful Doctor and I am sorry that someone has decided to ruin his life. It doesn't surprise me that he doesn't want to practice after this. His whole life was about helping people -- and now this. Our thoughts are with you, Dr. Perry -- and whether you choose to practice again after all of this is cleared up -- we will be so happy to have you back because you are truly one of the rare ones who really cared.

My thoughts and prayers are with you Dr Perry. I worked for Dr Perry for about 7/8 years. I learned some much during those years. He is one of the few doctors out there that really put the children first. At one point we were giving out toothbrushes and toothpaste to all of them. He helped alot of people stop smoking. He was one of the only doctors in the few lying counties that performed abuse exam. He helped alot of kids threw some very abusive times. I was there when he stayed open during the hurricanes. For the person that said he over booked, well his clinic is an walkin as well as appointments. Bottom line, he has helped alot of people. I was there. My family are all his patients and will continue. Whats that old saying, judge and be judged.

I could not figure out what was wrong with my son a couple of years ago. All doctors in this town could figure out what was wrong with hom. Well I called Dr. Perry and he met me at his office and diagnosed my son and had him well within 2 days. Not to mention he saved my life. I was weighing a dangerous 340 pounds and he convinced me that I would be at risk of dying or having a heart attack by the time I hit 40 year old. I was going to have to explain to my 3 children why I was sick. Well, He talked me into getting a gastric bypass 2 years ago and it saved my life I am now healthy and weighing 175. Thanks to Dr. Perry, I will live longer and healthier. Furthermore I think that this state is going to be missing one of the finest doctors they have and will regret the decisions they are making. His personal life is his business and he is human and made an error in judgment. And if he did do something crooked, (which I highly doubt). He is just one that got caught. Dr. Perry was highly against "junkies" and would not prescribe narcotics to people. He even stated that in signs that he does not treat chronic pain. Those with the negative comments would know that if they actually went into his office. He is one of the only doctors that would actually take caring time with my children and me. Even if you had to wait a while, it is because he CARED.

You will not find a better dr in Wilmington in my book. My husband, myself and my 4 kids went to him. And I cannot think of 1 time he did anything unprofessional! He is a great dr, great person, loves each and everyone of his patients! He always, always kept my children well. He took time w/ his patients- which meant a longer wait to see him, but it was by far worth the time!!! He didnt treat his patients like cattle- moving them in and out like most "clinics" here in wilmington! What dr gives you his cell number? He would answer no matter what day or night! He would come in to the office to see you on weekends if needed! I wholeheartedly trust him! My children loved him- so going to the dr was always an easy thing! He is human like us all having personal issue- bad or good! Who is to say that the man even knew about what the girlfriend did- Its all alleged! Always 2 sides to every story! Come on people, just b/c he CHOSE not to participate at the hospital doesnt mean he is a bad dr- I wouldnt want to be a part of that circus either. He has always been honest about him not wanting to be- and he has collegues that could see you that are a part of it- so who cares! I will continue to respect the man- even if he did make a mistake- He is one AWESOME DOCTOR! If he comes back and practices- me and my family will be there waiting on him! We are pulling for you Dr Perry!

You guys make this man sound like Doctor House. Brillant with attitude. COOL!!!!

Dr.Perry is one of the finest doctors i have come across in many years. He has taken excellent care of my entire household, as well as visiting relatives from out of town and even treated a dear friend of mine that had no insurance,not to mention she was battling a heroin addiction, hepatits C and was so sick with an extremely high fever and the flu and he didn't judge her or refuse her treatment, as did several immediate care facilities, nor did she wait an eternity to be seen by him as she would have an any local ED. Every time i went to his office he always asked about my children, family and this special girl...My sister is a very prominent trauma eye surgeon in the state of California and she found him to be a very thorough, careful and attentive man as well as an excellent, talented physician-i used to take my children to an actual "pediatric" office when they were younger, only to wait 4-5 hours at each visit, see the doctor or pa for 2 mins and leave with a diagnosis of a "probable"viral infection and if they weren't better in 5 days, please return.-only to be told then that were in need of medication and then to hear the nurses and doctors in the hall hurrying each other up because the drs were paid by the patient(even in a group practice) and they didn't have time to spare. Dr. Perry spent quality time with me and or my children each and every time we were in his office and many times call our home in the evenings to check on which one of us that he had seen earlier that day...He always made sure we had his cell phone number before we left the office and said he was there for us whenever we needed him...how many times have we had to deal with an unknown doctor taking call for our primary doctor in any other practice that doesn't have a clue who we were or how we needed to be treated....How many other doctors in this town have published as many articles in prestigous medical journals and has been before Congress and the FDA to fight for concerns overs medicines that caused such concern that they are no longer on the market due to the dangers they posed....Anyone that didn't know Dr. Perry or have the privilege of being his patient has sure been unfortunate and i personally wish him a restful, speedy recovery and a quick resolution to the pending legal issues....

I took my two girls to Dr. Perry after having one horrible experience at Cape Fear Pediatrics after another. These doctors did have hospital privledges and this did not help them provide anything but substandard care for my children. Dr. Perry was a saving grace after the hell that my family had experienced with these other phycisians. He is a wonderful doctor, who cared about my children and got them well each and every time he seen them. There was no running back and forth and misdiagnoseing them with the worst disease or illness he could pull out of the air. He was spot on each time and my children were healthier and happier because of him and his ability as a doctor. As far as my family is concerned he was a miracle to us. He is in our prayers and our loyalty remains with him. We love you Dr.Perry!

I have known Bob Perry for over 13 years. He was there on a Saturday when my daughter dislocated her elbow, helped my husband quit smoking, then held my hand when my husband died of cancer. He sat for hours with my daughters when they needed him and when I was turned away from another practice when my baby was sick and it was well-baby times..."why not try Medac" I was told by that doctor's office. Bob is patient, caring, and if you waited for an hour to see him, it was because you sat with him for an hour if you needed him. We wish him the best and hope we can find him to tell him how much we love him.

Wonderful doctor. Absolutely wonderful doctor. I wish the best to him.

So this Doctor has a girlfriend or something stealing drug pads and writing herself prescriptions for narcotics and is she arrested? Anyone know? And this self admitted drug addict and thief accuses the doctor of giving her father cough syrup over the phone and that ruins a man's career? That's a $10,000 lawyer fee and the problem goes away. No big deal. Turning down a practice it seems has more to do about the man's health than his doing a person a favor. Tell me there arent doctors out there doing 50 times worse. I went to a doctor for a sinus headache and he gave me a CAT Scan. Good thing I had insurance huh? The CAT Scan was $1,200. For a headache. What sort of kick back do doctors get on referals? Take a nap doctor Perry, these ADD moms can live to find someone to medicate their son on their own.

I agree that it is a Doctors choice.

ya know, its amazing...when i was growing up, i didnt know anyone who needed ADHD medication...i think its an excuse that parents use so they dont have to properly discipline their child. If i didnt get something done, it was my fault and i got punished for it. Today, i thank my parents who took the time and responsibility to discipline me and teach me the importance of getting things done when expected... and yes, for those parents that give that medication to their children, i do have children myself...4, in fact, and all are doing just fine without being medicated

I would just like to say that I have never known a better Dr.or person. Dr. Perry really cared about people. How many doctor's in our area give out their cell phone numbers. and answers it all hours of the night. I know that Dr. Perry had a heart attack a few months back and was told by his doctors to take 5 - 6 weeks off. Well, that didn't happen. It was only 1 week and he was back in the office. I just pray that he recovers from his illness. Now, as for the Immediate Disiplinary Notice everything is under that heading. go to the link given by this story and you will see for yourself. They list recent practice surrenders, under that heading. Now for the fun part finding another GREAT family doctor. This is something I never worried about for the past 14 years.