Dr. Donald Louis Porter M.D.
Surgeon
901 S Oakland St Saint Johns MI, 48879Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Donald Porter is a general surgeon practicing in Saint Johns, MI. Dr. Porter specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Porter provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
Education and Training
Univ of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi 1975
University of Mi Med Sch 1975
Wayne State University School of Medicine
University of Michigan Medical School 1975
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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