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Dr. Rafael Portela, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
3.9 (9)
Map Pin Small Miami, FL
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Rafael Portela, MD

Dr. Rafael Portela, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Miami, FL. They specialize in Ear, Nose, and Throat, has 43 years of experience, and is board certified in Otolaryngology. They graduated from PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY / ABINGTON-OGONTZ CAMPUS and is affiliated with Coral Gables Hospital, South Miami Hospital, Nicklaus Children's Hospital and Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. Patients rated Dr. Portela an average 3.9 star rating.

Dr. Portela works at Practice in Miami, FL. They frequently treat conditions like Chronic Adenoid Infection and Adenoiditis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Portela's Office Locations

  1. 1
    De Cardenas & Villalonga Mds PA
    3100 SW 62nd Ave Ste 124, Miami, FL 33155 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (305) 669-7144

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Coral Gables Hospital
  • South Miami Hospital
  • Nicklaus Children's Hospital
  • Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center

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Ear Tube Placement
Chronic Adenoid Infection
Adenoiditis
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Respiratory Infection
Acute Tonsillitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Allergic Rhinitis
Cervical Vertigo
Chronic Adenotonsillitis
Chronic Rhinitis
Conductive Hearing Loss
Deviated Septum
Dizziness
Earwax Buildup
Enlarged Turbinates
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Nonsuppurative Otitis Media
Nosebleed
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Pharyngitis
Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Sudden Deafness and-or Hearing Loss
Suppurative Otitis Media
Tinnitus
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Tongue-Tie
Tonsillitis
Adenoidectomy
Radiofrequency Ablation Turbinate
Tonsillectomy
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Obstructive Laryngitis
Acute Sinusitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Cholesteatoma
Chronic Laryngitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Tonsillitis
Cleft Lip and Palate
Cleft Palate
Cough
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Deafness
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Dysphagia
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Head and Neck Cancer
Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
Headache
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Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Hyperacusis
Laryngitis
Loss of Smell and Taste
Malignant Otitis Externa
Meniere's Disease
Nasal Polyp
Obliterative Otosclerosis of Oval Window
Oral Cancer
Oral or Facial Cleft
Otosclerosis
Parosmia
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Perforated Eardrum
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sudden Idiopathic Hearing Loss
Throat Pain
Thrush
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TMJ
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Tonsil Cancer
Vertigo
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Vocal Cord Nodule
Wheezing
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Audiometry
Carotid Ultrasound
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision or Destruction of Tongue Lesion
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Frenectomy
Hearing Screening
Home Sleep Study
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Oral Cancer Screening
Sleep Study
Thyroid Scan
Ultrasound, Thyroid
Vestibule and Floor of Mouth Excision or Destruction
Wound Repair
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    About Dr. Rafael Portela, MD

    Specialties*
    • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Years of Experience
    • 43 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1972599397
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY / ABINGTON-OGONTZ CAMPUS
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Rafael Portela, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Portela is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Portela has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Portela has seen patients for Chronic Adenoid Infection and Adenoiditis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Portela on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    9 patients have reviewed Dr. Portela. The overall rating for this provider is 3.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Portela.

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