Overview
John Porterfield is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Bessemer, Alabama.
Dr. Porterfield is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hyperparathyroidism, Hernia, Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.
Dr. Porterfield is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 44 peer reviewed articles.
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5000 Medical West Way, Ste 302, Bessemer, AL 35022
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John R. Porterfield
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John R. Porterfield?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John R. Porterfield by calling their office at 205-201-1501. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John R. Porterfield a top-rated expert for Hyperparathyroidism?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John R. Porterfield is classified as an Distinguished expert for Hyperparathyroidism, 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. John R. Porterfield specialize in?
While Dr. John R. Porterfield is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hyperparathyroidism, Hernia, and Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. John R. Porterfield participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John R. Porterfield has published 44 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hyperparathyroidism. You can view a list of Dr. John R. Porterfield's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John R. Porterfield accept my insurance?
Dr. John R. Porterfield accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 205-201-1501 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- HerniaDr. Porterfield isDistinguished. Learn about Hernia.
- HyperparathyroidismDr. Porterfield isDistinguished. Learn about Hyperparathyroidism.
- Advanced
- Adrenal Gland AdenomaDr. Porterfield isAdvanced. Learn about Adrenal Gland Adenoma.
- Familial Isolated HyperparathyroidismDr. Porterfield isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Porterfield isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Hereditary Paraganglioma-Pheochromocytoma Syndrome
- Neonatal Severe HyperparathyroidismDr. Porterfield isAdvanced. Learn about Neonatal Severe Hyperparathyroidism.
- Osteitis FibrosaDr. Porterfield isAdvanced. Learn about Osteitis Fibrosa.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Porterfield isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Adrenal CancerDr. Porterfield isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Cancer.
- Adrenocortical CarcinomaDr. Porterfield isExperienced. Learn about Adrenocortical Carcinoma.
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Porterfield isExperienced. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- Carney ComplexDr. Porterfield isExperienced. Learn about Carney Complex.
- CellulitisDr. Porterfield isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.