Mr. Andrew W Porter MD
Family Practitioner
83 Wellness Way Ln Benton KY, 42025About
Dr. Andrew Porter is a family practitioner practicing in Benton, KY. Dr. Porter specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Porter possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Univ of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky 1979
University of Louisville School of Medicine 1979
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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Treatments
- Anemia
- Stroke
- Back Pain
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Dementia
- Malnutrition
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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