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Mark Douglas Porta, M.D.
Gastroenterologist
About Mark Douglas Porta, M.D.
Why did you choose to specialize in Gastroenterology?
I chose Gastroenterology because I enjoy the opportunity to interact and speak with patients on a daily basis. I believe this subspecialty provides both a medical and surgical approach to treatments. The procedural modalities available allow for both treatment and preventative therapies as well. I enjoy taking part in the evolution within the field of gastroenterology and look forward to seeing what the future holds.
Do you have a specialty of interest within GI?
No specific interest within GI at present.
Where did you study?
I went to Louisiana State University and graduated with a bachelors in basic science. I attended medical school at Louisiana State University in New Orleans from 2008-2012. I received my Internal Medicine training at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge from 2012-2015. I completed subspecialty training in Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Louisiana State University in Shreveport from 2015-2018.
What certifications do you hold?
Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Board Eligible in Gastroenterology
What do you and your family enjoy doing in your spare time?
On my days off, I enjoy spending time with my wife, family, and friends. My passion outside the field of medicine is music. I have played electric and acoustic guitar for over 20 years and counting. I also enjoy playing golf and tennis.
Please list your professional affiliations.
American College of Gastroenterology
American Gastroenterology Association
American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Reviews
Dr. Porta and his team are amazing. Found out last fall that I have active celiac disease AND needed my gallbladder removed. From intake to follow ups and beyond, they've been there to help and it's been a LOT of help. I can't thank them enough!
Dr Porta is one of those few and far between Physicians that is just remarkable. I can not say enough about how great he has been with helping me with my medical issues. He is thorough, knowledgeable, courteous, and empathetic to your needs. I highly recomend him and I am so blessed to have found him.
Great service from beginning to end. Everyone was spectacular!! Love Dr. Porta !!
Absolutely comforting to have a provider that cares about your well-being.
Great conversation with Dr. Porta. He was very thorough with answers to my questions. He explained everything with great detail and focus on my particular medical issues.
I am a new patient of Dr. Porta and it felt like I have been his patient for a long time. I like how he and his team member greeted me and introduced themselves. Yes very knowledgeable and I was very pleased with my visit and how he explained everything in a way that I understood. I am glad that I was referred to him.
Had an answer in minutes. Great consultation.
Dr. Porta was very informative and personable on our first visit. Was a pleasant office visit.
I was so impressed with everyone in this office! Dr Porta had an excellent bed side manner and he gave me hope where other doctors had basically given up!
Dr. Porta and his staff are very friendly. He listens to what you have to say and explains in words you can understand. He takes his time with you instead of rushing like other doctors. He is helping me with my medical problem when no other doctor would. I highly recommend him.
Wonderful Doctor, PA, and Staff... They're really caring, and knowledgeable.
Staff was friendly, helpful and caring! Dr Porta explained the importance of having regular BM and not going from constipation to diarrhea. He also had instructions to help.
I like Dr PortA he takes good care of me and I also like his nurse Stephanie
It was a pleasant experience
Dr. Porta is kind, compassionate and takes so much time with my elderly mom. I would highly recommend him.
All around great guy and doctor! Highly recommend!’
They were very theral and very much interested in how you really feel and explain answered all questions and concerns.
Wonderful experience, very informative! Dr Porta and his staff took the time to make sure I understood everything and were all so very kind!
Great bedside manner! Recommend him highly
he spent time and explained things well good experience