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Dr. Verna Porter, MD

Neurology
2.6 (19)
Map Pin Small Santa Monica, CA
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Verna Porter, MD

Dr. Verna Porter, MD is a Neurology Specialist in Santa Monica, CA. They specialize in Neurology, has 29 years of experience, and is board certified in Neurology. They graduated from University Of California, Los Angeles, School Of Medicine and is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center.

Dr. Porter works at Pacific Neuroscience Institute in Santa Monica, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease and Difficulty With Walking along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield 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. Porter's Office Locations

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    Pacific Brain Health Center - Pacific Neuroscience Institute
    1301 20th St # 150, Santa Monica, CA 90404 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (310) 596-7256

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  • Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

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    Aug 30, 2021
    It was helpful and I know I have a brilliant team of doctors aiding me.
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    About Dr. Verna Porter, MD

    Specialties
    • Neurology
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 29 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1730107012
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Ucla Med Ctr/ucla D Geffen School
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University Of California, Los Angeles, School Of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Neurology
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Verna Porter, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Porter is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Porter has an average wait time of 16 – 30 minutes at their office(s).

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

    Dr. Porter works at Pacific Neuroscience Institute in Santa Monica, CA. View the full address on Dr. Porter’s profile.

    Dr. Porter has seen patients for Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease and Difficulty With Walking, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Porter on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    19 patients have reviewed Dr. Porter. The overall rating for this provider is 2.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Porter.

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