Expertise in
13
conditions

Dr. John R. Porterfield

General Surgery
5000 Medical West Way, Ste 302, 
Bessemer, AL 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
13
conditions
5000 Medical West Way, Ste 302, 
Bessemer, AL 

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, Osteitis Fibrosa, Neonatal Severe Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

Dr. Porterfield is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 43 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Porterfield is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in AL

Board Certifications

American Board Of Surgery

Fellowships

Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Rochester) - GME: Endocrine Surgery

Hospital Affiliations

Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health System
University Of Alabama Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Sunshine Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
VIVA Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Clarus Surgery, LLC
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.

43 Total Publications

The Obesity Paradox in Thyroid Surgery: Is Higher BMI Protective Against Hypoparathyroidism?
The Obesity Paradox in Thyroid Surgery: Is Higher BMI Protective Against Hypoparathyroidism?
Journal: The American surgeon
Published: July 27, 2023
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John R. Porterfield

How do I make an appointment with Dr. John R. Porterfield?

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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, Osteitis Fibrosa, and Neonatal Severe 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 43 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

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