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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
Sleep Apnea
Sleep Problems
Weight Loss
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.7
4.7
Based on 413 patient ratings
Listened to me carefully
4.77
I'd recommend this practice to family and friends
4.77
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
4.75
Shared the right amount of information
4.72
Earned my trust
4.69
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Patient Reviews
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
Very nice experience.
February 24, 2024
5
Dr. Porter is great!
February 24, 2024
5
Everyone is great and takes time to answer questions about everything I need to know
February 23, 2024
5
Very efficient practice. Not a lot if waiting around.
February 23, 2024
5
I love this Wellstar location, it's about a 15 minute drive, everyone from the front desk in the lobby to everyone on Dr Porter's staff has always been pleasant, caring, friendly and professional! The entire facility is spotless, I feel comfortable when I am there because everything is bright and clean. My husband and I have been patients of Dr Porter and I am happy with the care he has given us over the years. Dr Porter takes time to hear our concerns and addresses them. Dr Porter always enters the room with a smile, it's like visiting an old friend. I am very happy with the care we receive from Dr Porter and staff.
February 18, 2024
5
Dr. Porter. Is such a kind man. He is never brusque or short with You. Hr listens carefully and tries to help you with your problem
February 15, 2024
5
Staff is always of good cheer and responsive to patients.
February 10, 2024
5
Dr Porter was incredible. He was super non judgemental and really made sure I understood what he was telling me about my health. I instantly felt better after meeting with him today. He definitely helped ease concerns I had with a previous practice. Those issues I had with them is what led me to wellstar. Thanks a lot Dr Porter for making me feel comfortable. The front desk staff over on the endocrinology side were a little over the top though. That was my only complaint. Another employee came out and talked to the women up there while I was in the waiting room and were being very loud.
February 9, 2024
5
Dr. Porter does a great job, he is very thorough and the staff very professional.
February 9, 2024
5
An elderly lady and her daughter stopped me as I was leaving and asked what I thought about Wellstar and my dr. I told them I have been seeing Dr Porter as my primary physician for over 20 years and I wouldn't think about using anyone else. He listens and has always provided the best care for me. I highly recommended Dr Porter. She and her daughter thanked me as she was at the desk checking in.
February 8, 2024
4
Organize and clean facility
February 3, 2024
5
Overall very good.
January 28, 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
Very nice experience.
February 24, 2024
5
Dr. Porter is great!
February 24, 2024
5
Everyone is great and takes time to answer questions about everything I need to know
February 23, 2024
5
Very efficient practice. Not a lot if waiting around.
February 23, 2024
5
I love this Wellstar location, it's about a 15 minute drive, everyone from the front desk in the lobby to everyone on Dr Porter's staff has always been pleasant, caring, friendly and professional! The entire facility is spotless, I feel comfortable when I am there because everything is bright and clean. My husband and I have been patients of Dr Porter and I am happy with the care he has given us over the years. Dr Porter takes time to hear our concerns and addresses them. Dr Porter always enters the room with a smile, it's like visiting an old friend. I am very happy with the care we receive from Dr Porter and staff.
February 18, 2024
5
Dr. Porter. Is such a kind man. He is never brusque or short with You. Hr listens carefully and tries to help you with your problem
February 15, 2024
5
Staff is always of good cheer and responsive to patients.
February 10, 2024
5
Dr Porter was incredible. He was super non judgemental and really made sure I understood what he was telling me about my health. I instantly felt better after meeting with him today. He definitely helped ease concerns I had with a previous practice. Those issues I had with them is what led me to wellstar. Thanks a lot Dr Porter for making me feel comfortable. The front desk staff over on the endocrinology side were a little over the top though. That was my only complaint. Another employee came out and talked to the women up there while I was in the waiting room and were being very loud.
February 9, 2024
5
Dr. Porter does a great job, he is very thorough and the staff very professional.
February 9, 2024
5
An elderly lady and her daughter stopped me as I was leaving and asked what I thought about Wellstar and my dr. I told them I have been seeing Dr Porter as my primary physician for over 20 years and I wouldn't think about using anyone else. He listens and has always provided the best care for me. I highly recommended Dr Porter. She and her daughter thanked me as she was at the desk checking in.
February 8, 2024
5
Overall very good.
January 28, 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
4
Organize and clean facility
February 3, 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
4
Organize and clean facility
February 3, 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
Very nice experience.
February 24, 2024
5
Dr. Porter is great!
February 24, 2024
5
Everyone is great and takes time to answer questions about everything I need to know
February 23, 2024
5
Very efficient practice. Not a lot if waiting around.
February 23, 2024
5
I love this Wellstar location, it's about a 15 minute drive, everyone from the front desk in the lobby to everyone on Dr Porter's staff has always been pleasant, caring, friendly and professional! The entire facility is spotless, I feel comfortable when I am there because everything is bright and clean. My husband and I have been patients of Dr Porter and I am happy with the care he has given us over the years. Dr Porter takes time to hear our concerns and addresses them. Dr Porter always enters the room with a smile, it's like visiting an old friend. I am very happy with the care we receive from Dr Porter and staff.
February 18, 2024
5
Dr. Porter. Is such a kind man. He is never brusque or short with You. Hr listens carefully and tries to help you with your problem
February 15, 2024
5
Staff is always of good cheer and responsive to patients.
February 10, 2024
5
Dr Porter was incredible. He was super non judgemental and really made sure I understood what he was telling me about my health. I instantly felt better after meeting with him today. He definitely helped ease concerns I had with a previous practice. Those issues I had with them is what led me to wellstar. Thanks a lot Dr Porter for making me feel comfortable. The front desk staff over on the endocrinology side were a little over the top though. That was my only complaint. Another employee came out and talked to the women up there while I was in the waiting room and were being very loud.
February 9, 2024
5
Dr. Porter does a great job, he is very thorough and the staff very professional.
February 9, 2024
5
An elderly lady and her daughter stopped me as I was leaving and asked what I thought about Wellstar and my dr. I told them I have been seeing Dr Porter as my primary physician for over 20 years and I wouldn't think about using anyone else. He listens and has always provided the best care for me. I highly recommended Dr Porter. She and her daughter thanked me as she was at the desk checking in.
February 8, 2024
5
Overall very good.
January 28, 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
5
Very nice experience.
February 24, 2024
5
Dr. Porter is great!
February 24, 2024
5
Very efficient practice. Not a lot if waiting around.
February 23, 2024
5
Everyone is great and takes time to answer questions about everything I need to know
February 23, 2024
5
I love this Wellstar location, it's about a 15 minute drive, everyone from the front desk in the lobby to everyone on Dr Porter's staff has always been pleasant, caring, friendly and professional! The entire facility is spotless, I feel comfortable when I am there because everything is bright and clean. My husband and I have been patients of Dr Porter and I am happy with the care he has given us over the years. Dr Porter takes time to hear our concerns and addresses them. Dr Porter always enters the room with a smile, it's like visiting an old friend. I am very happy with the care we receive from Dr Porter and staff.
February 18, 2024
5
Dr. Porter. Is such a kind man. He is never brusque or short with You. Hr listens carefully and tries to help you with your problem
February 15, 2024
5
Staff is always of good cheer and responsive to patients.
February 10, 2024
5
Dr Porter was incredible. He was super non judgemental and really made sure I understood what he was telling me about my health. I instantly felt better after meeting with him today. He definitely helped ease concerns I had with a previous practice. Those issues I had with them is what led me to wellstar. Thanks a lot Dr Porter for making me feel comfortable. The front desk staff over on the endocrinology side were a little over the top though. That was my only complaint. Another employee came out and talked to the women up there while I was in the waiting room and were being very loud.
February 9, 2024
5
Dr. Porter does a great job, he is very thorough and the staff very professional.
February 9, 2024
5
An elderly lady and her daughter stopped me as I was leaving and asked what I thought about Wellstar and my dr. I told them I have been seeing Dr Porter as my primary physician for over 20 years and I wouldn't think about using anyone else. He listens and has always provided the best care for me. I highly recommended Dr Porter. She and her daughter thanked me as she was at the desk checking in.
February 8, 2024
4
Organize and clean facility
February 3, 2024
5
Overall very good.
January 28, 2024
5
Overall very good.
January 28, 2024
4
Organize and clean facility
February 3, 2024
5
An elderly lady and her daughter stopped me as I was leaving and asked what I thought about Wellstar and my dr. I told them I have been seeing Dr Porter as my primary physician for over 20 years and I wouldn't think about using anyone else. He listens and has always provided the best care for me. I highly recommended Dr Porter. She and her daughter thanked me as she was at the desk checking in.
February 8, 2024
5
Dr. Porter does a great job, he is very thorough and the staff very professional.
February 9, 2024
5
Dr Porter was incredible. He was super non judgemental and really made sure I understood what he was telling me about my health. I instantly felt better after meeting with him today. He definitely helped ease concerns I had with a previous practice. Those issues I had with them is what led me to wellstar. Thanks a lot Dr Porter for making me feel comfortable. The front desk staff over on the endocrinology side were a little over the top though. That was my only complaint. Another employee came out and talked to the women up there while I was in the waiting room and were being very loud.
February 9, 2024
5
Staff is always of good cheer and responsive to patients.
February 10, 2024
5
Dr. Porter. Is such a kind man. He is never brusque or short with You. Hr listens carefully and tries to help you with your problem
February 15, 2024
5
I love this Wellstar location, it's about a 15 minute drive, everyone from the front desk in the lobby to everyone on Dr Porter's staff has always been pleasant, caring, friendly and professional! The entire facility is spotless, I feel comfortable when I am there because everything is bright and clean. My husband and I have been patients of Dr Porter and I am happy with the care he has given us over the years. Dr Porter takes time to hear our concerns and addresses them. Dr Porter always enters the room with a smile, it's like visiting an old friend. I am very happy with the care we receive from Dr Porter and staff.
February 18, 2024
5
Everyone is great and takes time to answer questions about everything I need to know
February 23, 2024
5
Very efficient practice. Not a lot if waiting around.
February 23, 2024
5
Dr. Porter is great!
February 24, 2024
5
Very nice experience.
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.