Summary

Dr. Brenda Porter has practiced neurology for 31 years and is affiliated with Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford. She treats epilepsy, focal seizures, and status epilepticus, and performs electroencephalograms.

Dr. Porter earned her medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine. She sees patients in Palo Alto and Menlo Park, California, and speaks Spanish and Vietnamese. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Porter 4.43 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 31 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Vietnamese
  • Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 8 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Brenda Elaine Porter has 8 locations

Mary L Johnson Specialty Services

730 Welch RdPalo Alto, CA 94304
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Stanford Childrens Health Pediatric Neurology

321 Middlefield Rd Ste 225Menlo Park, CA 94025
Mon9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. Brenda Elaine Porter

730 Welch Rd Ste 206Palo Alto, CA 94304

Stanford Hospital And Clinics

300 Pasteur DrStanford, CA 94305

Stanford Childrens Health Division Of Child Neurology

750 Welch Rd Ste 317Palo Alto, CA 94304
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Stanford Health Care

500 Pasteur DrPalo Alto, CA 94304

Stanford Medicine Pediatrics

453 Quarry Rd # Mc5660Palo Alto, CA 94304

Stanford Hospital

300 Pasteur DrPalo Alto, CA 94304

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4.4 
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31 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi Speaks English Speaks English
Palo Alto , CAOrange , CAPalo Alto , CAPalo Alto , CA
Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Brenda Elaine Porter

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Brenda Elaine Porter has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Brenda Elaine Porter has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Epilepsy
  • Immunization
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Physical
  • Status Epilepticus
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Dr. Brenda Elaine Porter holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Porter's NPI number is 1346256583.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Brenda Porter affiliated with?
Dr. Brenda Porter is affiliated with Lucile Salter Packard Childrens Hospital At Stanford.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brenda Porter?
You can find contact information for Dr. Brenda Porter here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Brenda Porter's office located?
Dr. Brenda Porter's office is located at 730 Welch Rd, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.
Does Dr. Brenda Porter accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Brenda Porter accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Brenda Porter speak?
Dr. Brenda Porter speaks Spanish and Vietnamese.

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