Dr. Joann L Porter M.D.
Internist
4101 Woolworth Ave Omaha NE, 68105About
Dr. Joann Porter is an internist practicing in Omaha, NE. Dr. Porter specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Porter provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Creighton University School of Medicine 1992
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Sleep Apnea
- Heart Disease
- Osteoarthritis
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea (osa)
- Vascular Disease
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