Summary

Dr. Brenda Porter specializes in neurology with over three decades of clinical experience treating neurological conditions in patients. She earned her medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and has built extensive expertise over 31 years of practice. Dr. Porter is fluent in Spanish and Vietnamese, enabling her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Porter practices at Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford and maintains locations throughout Palo Alto, Menlo Park, and Stanford, California. She focuses on treating complex conditions including epilepsy and different types of seizures. Her diagnostic expertise includes performing electroencephalograms to monitor brain activity and interpreting MRI scans to evaluate neurological function. Patients rate Dr. Porter 4.4 out of 5 stars for her care and clinical expertise.

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 board certification
  • 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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NeurologyNeurologyNeurologyNeurology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
3.3 
31 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese Speaks English Speaks English, German, Persian, Spanish Speaks English
Palo Alto , CAWalnut Creek , CACORONA DEL MAR , CAPalo Alto , CA
Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine Med School: Georgetown 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

Does Dr. Brenda Porter accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Brenda Porter has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Brenda Porter speak?
Dr. Brenda Porter speaks Spanish and Vietnamese.
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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brenda Porter affiliated with?
Dr. Brenda Porter is affiliated with Lucile Salter Packard Childrens Hospital At Stanford.

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