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Dr. Charles Portera, MD

Dr. Charles Portera, MD

General Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Charles Portera, MD is a general surgeon in Anchorage, AK and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with Alaska Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Locations

Alaska Surgical Oncology

Alaska Surgical Oncology3851 Piper St Ste U230 Anchorage, AK 99508
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Portera is affiliated with Alaska Regional Hospital Anchorage, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Portera specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Patient CarePatients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Portera's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Portera

4.4

33 ratings, 14 with a written review
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4 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Robin – Sep 05, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Linda – Aug 29, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 23, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jacalyn Oberg – Mar 23, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mike Wedemeyer – Sep 11, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
GA, GA – Jan 03, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Fort Oglethorpe, GA – Dec 01, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Sally in Anchorage , AK – Sep 28, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Steve waddle in Petersburg, AK – Sep 26, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Anonymous in Homer, AK – Dec 08, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
William Maxey in Anchorage, AK – Oct 21, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kerry in Anchorage, AK – Sep 13, 2016
Kerry, Thank you for sharing your experience and...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
James Heartfield in Chattanooga, TN – Jun 21, 2016
James, Thank you for the positive review. We...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Roland Bohannon in Chickamauga, Georgia – Mar 29, 2016
Roland- Thank you for the positive review, we...Read More
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About Me

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Dr. Charles Portera, MD is a general surgeon in Anchorage, AK and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with Alaska Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • General Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Md Anderson Cancer Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • East Tennessee State University

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Alaska Regional Hospital

    2801 Debarr Rd
    Anchorage, AK 99508
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
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