"I love my job! I truly enjoy working with babies, children, teens and their parents. I always encourage patients and families to ask lots of questions. I strive to provide advice that is easy to understand and practical; it can't get more real than anecdotes about the antics of my own three children."

"Being in the service of others is my greatest pleasure. Taking care of children makes that service even more rewarding and fun. Since childhood, I have always been fascinated by science and wished to be a physician. It is my calling. When not working, I exercise regularly, especially long distance running. I love going to the movies, reading and spending time with friends and family."

In addition to providing comprehensive primary medical care in collaboration with Specialists in a compassionate environment, Dr. Pertl believes in preventive medicine and emphasizes a team approach to health care. Her goal is to work together with parents and children to develop a healthy lifestyle based on nutrition, exercise and stress reduction. She also has clinical interests in immunology/infectious disease, breast feeding and early child hood development. Dr. Pertl's hobbies include walking, yoga, meditation and water sports.