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Dr. Porter received his bachelor’s degree in mathematics and computer science from Oglethorpe University in Atlanta. He earned his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in Dominica, West Indies. Dr. Porter completed his internship and residency at Temple University’s program at St. Francis Hospital in Wilmington, Del., where he also served as chief resident.
Board certified in family medicine, Dr. Porter is a member of the American Medical Association, American Academy of Family Physicians and Georgia Academy of Family Physicians. He is in practice with Wellstar Family Medicine at Bridgemill in Canton.
Specialties
Family Medicine
Education & Training
Ross University School of Medicine
Certifications
American Board of Family Medicine
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Languages spoken
English
Common Treatments, Conditions, and Procedures
Annual Physical
Hypertension
Sleep Apnea
Sleep Problems
Weight Loss
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.7
4.7
Based on 431 patient ratings
I'd recommend this practice to family and friends
4.79
Listened to me carefully
4.78
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
4.77
Shared the right amount of information
4.74
Earned my trust
4.70
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Patient Reviews
5
Dr Porter listens so well and doesn't rush through the visit. He explains in detail and makes sure he has addressed all your concerns before he leaves.
May 3, 2024
5
I always feel well cared for
May 3, 2024
5
Everyone was very professional and helpful. Dr. Porter spent time with me and kept me informed. Thanks.
May 3, 2024
5
Dr. Porter is very attentive and thorough.
April 26, 2024
5
Everything went well and everyone was kind. Only issue is after nurse got me in room and took vitals it took awhile for dr to come in. But overall care and concern was great.
April 25, 2024
5
Dr Porter's office was great. They sent me down for labs. I had another order for labs also. An error was made at the lab and the test results were all sent to the other doctor. We sent an email to Dr Porter through the portal to let him know. This error is upsetting because they were labs for a pre-surgical clearance.
April 22, 2024
5
Dr Porter was great. I got my girlfriend to come in and see him as well after she had a less than pleasant time with another provider there. I am so thankful of his approach. He asks questions to make sure I'm okay with his plan instead of just saying do this or do that. He also is judgement free and really does a great job at making me feel comfortable coming into the appointment
April 21, 2024
5
Dr. Porter & his staff are very skilled, professional, caring . The patient leaves their office extremely satisfied.
April 20, 2024
5
Very well cared for at Wellstar
April 20, 2024
5
The whole experience was excellent!
April 19, 2024
5
Every one is always very professional,and nice,it does not get any better.
April 20, 2024
5
Dr. Porter is awesome! Why i have been trusting my health to him for 24 years.
April 18, 2024
5
Very professional.
April 13, 2024
1
I have always had the BEST service at my Wellstar facilities. LOVE most of my doctors but will definitely need to find a new Primary because I do not feel heard or acknowledge by this one. I will say though - every other Doctor that I have visited have been amazing.
April 14, 2024
5
Love Dr. Porter and nurse Elizabeth. They are the best!
April 12, 2024
5
everyone was very kind and service was excellent - the only flaw was how busy the lab was in the building. staff wonderful, 50 minute wait to be seen to have blood drawn. very crowded waiting room.
April 7, 2024
2
Dr. Porter is a consummate medical professional. He is brilliant. He is kind. He is compassionate. And he has been my best physician that I have ever had in my medical history.
April 7, 2024
5
Everyone was professional, knowledgeable, courteous, and friendly.
April 1, 2024
5
Love all the staff that are so considerate to my personal needs.
March 23, 2024
4
The waiting time between the triage and the doctor's visit was excessively long.
March 10, 2024
5
Best doctor visit in ages! I felt respected and understood!
March 9, 2024
5
I see a cardiologist and a general practitioner at Wellstar. Both are professional, and I trust them implicitly with my healthcare.
March 9, 2024
5
Everyone was very helpful and friendly.
March 10, 2024
5
Dr. Porter is a wonderful physician. He takes time in listening to you and provide the right treatment. Lucky to have him.
March 9, 2024
5
Have been a patient of Dr. Porter for years he is always very thorough and helpful.
March 8, 2024
5
Love Dr. Porter, he has always taken good care of me.
March 8, 2024
2
This dr and office provide care by checking boxes and following algorithms. No thought is given to extenuating circumstances. Dr Porter said the legal team wouldn't be pleased if he continued a lifesaving medicine I've been on for years for an additional month until their soonest available appointment. He also said the messages in MyChart don't get to him his staff runs interference and if the right boxes aren't checked no refills. Sounds like the boxes and legal team are practicing medicine not the physician.
March 8, 2024
5
Waiting time is too long for labs.
March 7, 2024
5
Dr Porter and his staff are great. The lab work was completed quickly and efficiently. MyChart made insurance changes and paperwork easy to complete prior to my appointment so I everything was ready when I arrived. Check out and scheduling of next appointment was handled in a friendly and accomodating manner. Kudos to the entire team!
March 2, 2024
4
I had to wait 45 minutes past my appointment time for the doctor to come in.
February 24, 2024
5
Dr Porter listens so well and doesn't rush through the visit. He explains in detail and makes sure he has addressed all your concerns before he leaves.
May 3, 2024
5
I always feel well cared for
May 3, 2024
5
Everyone was very professional and helpful. Dr. Porter spent time with me and kept me informed. Thanks.
May 3, 2024
5
Dr. Porter is very attentive and thorough.
April 26, 2024
5
Everything went well and everyone was kind. Only issue is after nurse got me in room and took vitals it took awhile for dr to come in. But overall care and concern was great.
April 25, 2024
5
Dr Porter's office was great. They sent me down for labs. I had another order for labs also. An error was made at the lab and the test results were all sent to the other doctor. We sent an email to Dr Porter through the portal to let him know. This error is upsetting because they were labs for a pre-surgical clearance.
April 22, 2024
5
Dr Porter was great. I got my girlfriend to come in and see him as well after she had a less than pleasant time with another provider there. I am so thankful of his approach. He asks questions to make sure I'm okay with his plan instead of just saying do this or do that. He also is judgement free and really does a great job at making me feel comfortable coming into the appointment
April 21, 2024
5
Dr. Porter & his staff are very skilled, professional, caring . The patient leaves their office extremely satisfied.
April 20, 2024
5
Very well cared for at Wellstar
April 20, 2024
5
The whole experience was excellent!
April 19, 2024
5
Every one is always very professional,and nice,it does not get any better.
April 20, 2024
5
Dr. Porter is awesome! Why i have been trusting my health to him for 24 years.
April 18, 2024
5
Very professional.
April 13, 2024
5
Love Dr. Porter and nurse Elizabeth. They are the best!
April 12, 2024
5
everyone was very kind and service was excellent - the only flaw was how busy the lab was in the building. staff wonderful, 50 minute wait to be seen to have blood drawn. very crowded waiting room.
April 7, 2024
5
Everyone was professional, knowledgeable, courteous, and friendly.
April 1, 2024
5
Love all the staff that are so considerate to my personal needs.
March 23, 2024
5
Best doctor visit in ages! I felt respected and understood!
March 9, 2024
5
I see a cardiologist and a general practitioner at Wellstar. Both are professional, and I trust them implicitly with my healthcare.
March 9, 2024
5
Everyone was very helpful and friendly.
March 10, 2024
5
Dr. Porter is a wonderful physician. He takes time in listening to you and provide the right treatment. Lucky to have him.
March 9, 2024
5
Have been a patient of Dr. Porter for years he is always very thorough and helpful.
March 8, 2024
5
Love Dr. Porter, he has always taken good care of me.
March 8, 2024
5
Waiting time is too long for labs.
March 7, 2024
5
Dr Porter and his staff are great. The lab work was completed quickly and efficiently. MyChart made insurance changes and paperwork easy to complete prior to my appointment so I everything was ready when I arrived. Check out and scheduling of next appointment was handled in a friendly and accomodating manner. Kudos to the entire team!
March 2, 2024
4
The waiting time between the triage and the doctor's visit was excessively long.
March 10, 2024
4
I had to wait 45 minutes past my appointment time for the doctor to come in.
February 24, 2024
2
Dr. Porter is a consummate medical professional. He is brilliant. He is kind. He is compassionate. And he has been my best physician that I have ever had in my medical history.
April 7, 2024
2
This dr and office provide care by checking boxes and following algorithms. No thought is given to extenuating circumstances. Dr Porter said the legal team wouldn't be pleased if he continued a lifesaving medicine I've been on for years for an additional month until their soonest available appointment. He also said the messages in MyChart don't get to him his staff runs interference and if the right boxes aren't checked no refills. Sounds like the boxes and legal team are practicing medicine not the physician.
March 8, 2024
1
I have always had the BEST service at my Wellstar facilities. LOVE most of my doctors but will definitely need to find a new Primary because I do not feel heard or acknowledge by this one. I will say though - every other Doctor that I have visited have been amazing.
April 14, 2024
1
I have always had the BEST service at my Wellstar facilities. LOVE most of my doctors but will definitely need to find a new Primary because I do not feel heard or acknowledge by this one. I will say though - every other Doctor that I have visited have been amazing.
April 14, 2024
2
Dr. Porter is a consummate medical professional. He is brilliant. He is kind. He is compassionate. And he has been my best physician that I have ever had in my medical history.
April 7, 2024
2
This dr and office provide care by checking boxes and following algorithms. No thought is given to extenuating circumstances. Dr Porter said the legal team wouldn't be pleased if he continued a lifesaving medicine I've been on for years for an additional month until their soonest available appointment. He also said the messages in MyChart don't get to him his staff runs interference and if the right boxes aren't checked no refills. Sounds like the boxes and legal team are practicing medicine not the physician.
March 8, 2024
4
The waiting time between the triage and the doctor's visit was excessively long.
March 10, 2024
4
I had to wait 45 minutes past my appointment time for the doctor to come in.
February 24, 2024
5
Dr Porter listens so well and doesn't rush through the visit. He explains in detail and makes sure he has addressed all your concerns before he leaves.
May 3, 2024
5
I always feel well cared for
May 3, 2024
5
Everyone was very professional and helpful. Dr. Porter spent time with me and kept me informed. Thanks.
May 3, 2024
5
Dr. Porter is very attentive and thorough.
April 26, 2024
5
Everything went well and everyone was kind. Only issue is after nurse got me in room and took vitals it took awhile for dr to come in. But overall care and concern was great.
April 25, 2024
5
Dr Porter's office was great. They sent me down for labs. I had another order for labs also. An error was made at the lab and the test results were all sent to the other doctor. We sent an email to Dr Porter through the portal to let him know. This error is upsetting because they were labs for a pre-surgical clearance.
April 22, 2024
5
Dr Porter was great. I got my girlfriend to come in and see him as well after she had a less than pleasant time with another provider there. I am so thankful of his approach. He asks questions to make sure I'm okay with his plan instead of just saying do this or do that. He also is judgement free and really does a great job at making me feel comfortable coming into the appointment
April 21, 2024
5
Dr. Porter & his staff are very skilled, professional, caring . The patient leaves their office extremely satisfied.
April 20, 2024
5
Very well cared for at Wellstar
April 20, 2024
5
The whole experience was excellent!
April 19, 2024
5
Every one is always very professional,and nice,it does not get any better.
April 20, 2024
5
Dr. Porter is awesome! Why i have been trusting my health to him for 24 years.
April 18, 2024
5
Very professional.
April 13, 2024
5
Love Dr. Porter and nurse Elizabeth. They are the best!
April 12, 2024
5
everyone was very kind and service was excellent - the only flaw was how busy the lab was in the building. staff wonderful, 50 minute wait to be seen to have blood drawn. very crowded waiting room.
April 7, 2024
5
Everyone was professional, knowledgeable, courteous, and friendly.
April 1, 2024
5
Love all the staff that are so considerate to my personal needs.
March 23, 2024
5
Best doctor visit in ages! I felt respected and understood!
March 9, 2024
5
I see a cardiologist and a general practitioner at Wellstar. Both are professional, and I trust them implicitly with my healthcare.
March 9, 2024
5
Everyone was very helpful and friendly.
March 10, 2024
5
Dr. Porter is a wonderful physician. He takes time in listening to you and provide the right treatment. Lucky to have him.
March 9, 2024
5
Have been a patient of Dr. Porter for years he is always very thorough and helpful.
March 8, 2024
5
Love Dr. Porter, he has always taken good care of me.
March 8, 2024
5
Waiting time is too long for labs.
March 7, 2024
5
Dr Porter and his staff are great. The lab work was completed quickly and efficiently. MyChart made insurance changes and paperwork easy to complete prior to my appointment so I everything was ready when I arrived. Check out and scheduling of next appointment was handled in a friendly and accomodating manner. Kudos to the entire team!
March 2, 2024
5
Dr Porter listens so well and doesn't rush through the visit. He explains in detail and makes sure he has addressed all your concerns before he leaves.
May 3, 2024
5
I always feel well cared for
May 3, 2024
5
Everyone was very professional and helpful. Dr. Porter spent time with me and kept me informed. Thanks.
May 3, 2024
5
Dr. Porter is very attentive and thorough.
April 26, 2024
5
Everything went well and everyone was kind. Only issue is after nurse got me in room and took vitals it took awhile for dr to come in. But overall care and concern was great.
April 25, 2024
5
Dr Porter's office was great. They sent me down for labs. I had another order for labs also. An error was made at the lab and the test results were all sent to the other doctor. We sent an email to Dr Porter through the portal to let him know. This error is upsetting because they were labs for a pre-surgical clearance.
April 22, 2024
5
Dr Porter was great. I got my girlfriend to come in and see him as well after she had a less than pleasant time with another provider there. I am so thankful of his approach. He asks questions to make sure I'm okay with his plan instead of just saying do this or do that. He also is judgement free and really does a great job at making me feel comfortable coming into the appointment
April 21, 2024
5
Dr. Porter & his staff are very skilled, professional, caring . The patient leaves their office extremely satisfied.
April 20, 2024
5
Very well cared for at Wellstar
April 20, 2024
5
Every one is always very professional,and nice,it does not get any better.
April 20, 2024
5
The whole experience was excellent!
April 19, 2024
5
Dr. Porter is awesome! Why i have been trusting my health to him for 24 years.
April 18, 2024
1
I have always had the BEST service at my Wellstar facilities. LOVE most of my doctors but will definitely need to find a new Primary because I do not feel heard or acknowledge by this one. I will say though - every other Doctor that I have visited have been amazing.
April 14, 2024
5
Very professional.
April 13, 2024
5
Love Dr. Porter and nurse Elizabeth. They are the best!
April 12, 2024
2
Dr. Porter is a consummate medical professional. He is brilliant. He is kind. He is compassionate. And he has been my best physician that I have ever had in my medical history.
April 7, 2024
5
everyone was very kind and service was excellent - the only flaw was how busy the lab was in the building. staff wonderful, 50 minute wait to be seen to have blood drawn. very crowded waiting room.
April 7, 2024
5
Everyone was professional, knowledgeable, courteous, and friendly.
April 1, 2024
5
Love all the staff that are so considerate to my personal needs.
March 23, 2024
4
The waiting time between the triage and the doctor's visit was excessively long.
March 10, 2024
5
Everyone was very helpful and friendly.
March 10, 2024
5
Best doctor visit in ages! I felt respected and understood!
March 9, 2024
5
I see a cardiologist and a general practitioner at Wellstar. Both are professional, and I trust them implicitly with my healthcare.
March 9, 2024
5
Dr. Porter is a wonderful physician. He takes time in listening to you and provide the right treatment. Lucky to have him.
March 9, 2024
5
Have been a patient of Dr. Porter for years he is always very thorough and helpful.
March 8, 2024
5
Love Dr. Porter, he has always taken good care of me.
March 8, 2024
2
This dr and office provide care by checking boxes and following algorithms. No thought is given to extenuating circumstances. Dr Porter said the legal team wouldn't be pleased if he continued a lifesaving medicine I've been on for years for an additional month until their soonest available appointment. He also said the messages in MyChart don't get to him his staff runs interference and if the right boxes aren't checked no refills. Sounds like the boxes and legal team are practicing medicine not the physician.
March 8, 2024
5
Waiting time is too long for labs.
March 7, 2024
5
Dr Porter and his staff are great. The lab work was completed quickly and efficiently. MyChart made insurance changes and paperwork easy to complete prior to my appointment so I everything was ready when I arrived. Check out and scheduling of next appointment was handled in a friendly and accomodating manner. Kudos to the entire team!
March 2, 2024
4
I had to wait 45 minutes past my appointment time for the doctor to come in.
February 24, 2024
4
I had to wait 45 minutes past my appointment time for the doctor to come in.
February 24, 2024
5
Dr Porter and his staff are great. The lab work was completed quickly and efficiently. MyChart made insurance changes and paperwork easy to complete prior to my appointment so I everything was ready when I arrived. Check out and scheduling of next appointment was handled in a friendly and accomodating manner. Kudos to the entire team!
March 2, 2024
5
Waiting time is too long for labs.
March 7, 2024
2
This dr and office provide care by checking boxes and following algorithms. No thought is given to extenuating circumstances. Dr Porter said the legal team wouldn't be pleased if he continued a lifesaving medicine I've been on for years for an additional month until their soonest available appointment. He also said the messages in MyChart don't get to him his staff runs interference and if the right boxes aren't checked no refills. Sounds like the boxes and legal team are practicing medicine not the physician.
March 8, 2024
5
Love Dr. Porter, he has always taken good care of me.
March 8, 2024
5
Have been a patient of Dr. Porter for years he is always very thorough and helpful.
March 8, 2024
5
Dr. Porter is a wonderful physician. He takes time in listening to you and provide the right treatment. Lucky to have him.
March 9, 2024
5
I see a cardiologist and a general practitioner at Wellstar. Both are professional, and I trust them implicitly with my healthcare.
March 9, 2024
5
Best doctor visit in ages! I felt respected and understood!
March 9, 2024
5
Everyone was very helpful and friendly.
March 10, 2024
4
The waiting time between the triage and the doctor's visit was excessively long.
March 10, 2024
5
Love all the staff that are so considerate to my personal needs.
March 23, 2024
5
Everyone was professional, knowledgeable, courteous, and friendly.
April 1, 2024
5
everyone was very kind and service was excellent - the only flaw was how busy the lab was in the building. staff wonderful, 50 minute wait to be seen to have blood drawn. very crowded waiting room.
April 7, 2024
2
Dr. Porter is a consummate medical professional. He is brilliant. He is kind. He is compassionate. And he has been my best physician that I have ever had in my medical history.
April 7, 2024
5
Love Dr. Porter and nurse Elizabeth. They are the best!
April 12, 2024
5
Very professional.
April 13, 2024
1
I have always had the BEST service at my Wellstar facilities. LOVE most of my doctors but will definitely need to find a new Primary because I do not feel heard or acknowledge by this one. I will say though - every other Doctor that I have visited have been amazing.
April 14, 2024
5
Dr. Porter is awesome! Why i have been trusting my health to him for 24 years.
April 18, 2024
5
The whole experience was excellent!
April 19, 2024
5
Every one is always very professional,and nice,it does not get any better.
April 20, 2024
5
Very well cared for at Wellstar
April 20, 2024
5
Dr. Porter & his staff are very skilled, professional, caring . The patient leaves their office extremely satisfied.
April 20, 2024
5
Dr Porter was great. I got my girlfriend to come in and see him as well after she had a less than pleasant time with another provider there. I am so thankful of his approach. He asks questions to make sure I'm okay with his plan instead of just saying do this or do that. He also is judgement free and really does a great job at making me feel comfortable coming into the appointment
April 21, 2024
5
Dr Porter's office was great. They sent me down for labs. I had another order for labs also. An error was made at the lab and the test results were all sent to the other doctor. We sent an email to Dr Porter through the portal to let him know. This error is upsetting because they were labs for a pre-surgical clearance.
April 22, 2024
5
Everything went well and everyone was kind. Only issue is after nurse got me in room and took vitals it took awhile for dr to come in. But overall care and concern was great.
April 25, 2024
5
Dr. Porter is very attentive and thorough.
April 26, 2024
5
Everyone was very professional and helpful. Dr. Porter spent time with me and kept me informed. Thanks.
May 3, 2024
5
I always feel well cared for
May 3, 2024
5
Dr Porter listens so well and doesn't rush through the visit. He explains in detail and makes sure he has addressed all your concerns before he leaves.