Expertise in
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Dr. Brenda E. Porter

Neurology
Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford
725 Welch Rd, 
Palo Alto,, CA 
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Expertise in
42
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Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford
725 Welch Rd, 
Palo Alto,, CA 

Overview

Brenda Porter is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto,, California.

Dr. Porter is highly rated in 42 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tuberous Sclerosis, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 75 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. Dr. Porter is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Neurology

Licenses

Psychiatry & Neurology in CA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

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Locations

Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford
725 Welch Rd, Palo Alto,, CA 94304

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

3 Clinical Trials

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Intellectual Disability (ID) Determinants in Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC)
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Intellectual Disability (ID) Determinants in Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC)
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: August 06, 2026
SLC13A5 Deficiency: a Prospective Natural History Study - Remote Only (International)
SLC13A5 Deficiency: a Prospective Natural History Study - Remote Only (International)
Enrollment Status: Enrolling_by_invitation
Publish Date: November 22, 2024
Preventing Epilepsy Using Vigabatrin In Infants With Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (PREVeNT Trial) A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Seizure Prevention Clinical Trial for Infants With TSC
Preventing Epilepsy Using Vigabatrin In Infants With Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (PREVeNT Trial) A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Seizure Prevention Clinical Trial for Infants With TSC
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: August 19, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Vigabatrin
Study Phase: Phase 2
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75 Total Publications

From Infancy to Early School Age: Longitudinal Developmental Outcomes and Autism Diagnostic Stability in Tuberous Sclerosis Complex.
From Infancy to Early School Age: Longitudinal Developmental Outcomes and Autism Diagnostic Stability in Tuberous Sclerosis Complex.
Journal: Pediatric neurology
Published: May 07, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Brenda E. Porter

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Brenda E. Porter by calling their office at 650-497-8000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Brenda E. Porter a top-rated expert for Tuberous Sclerosis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Brenda E. Porter is classified as an Elite expert for Tuberous Sclerosis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Brenda E. Porter specialize in?

While Dr. Brenda E. Porter is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Tuberous Sclerosis, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, and Seizures. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.

Does Dr. Brenda E. Porter participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Brenda E. Porter has published 75 articles and abstracts on conditions like Tuberous Sclerosis. You can view a list of Dr. Brenda E. Porter's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Brenda E. Porter accept my insurance?

Dr. Brenda E. Porter accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 650-497-8000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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