Summary

Dr. Christopher Porter is a surgeon who specializes in surgical treatment with eight years of medical experience. He completed his medical degree at Texas A&M Health Sciences Center College of Medicine and recently finished his fellowship in breast surgical oncology at INOVA Schar in 2024. His residency training was completed at the University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine Knoxville in 2023. Dr. Porter communicates with patients in English.

Based in Covington, Louisiana, Dr. Porter focuses on treating complex breast conditions including breast cancer and Paget disease of the breast. He performs specialized procedures such as pathology tests and surgical pathology evaluations. Dr. Porter also has experience with brain tumor biopsies, providing patients with comprehensive diagnostic and treatment options.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 8 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • INOVA Schar Breast Surgical Oncology
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Christopher Porter

900 Ochsner BlvdCovington, LA 70433

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Med School: Texas A&M Health Sciences Center College of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: Korea University College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alexandria Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Christopher Porter

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Christopher Porter has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Christopher Porter has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgeon
  • General Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

8 Years Experience

Christopher Porter holds an active medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at INOVA Schar Breast Surgical Oncology in 2024.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine Knoxville in 2023.

Medical School

Graduated from Texas A&M Health Sciences Center College of Medicine in 2018.

NPI Number

Christopher Porter's NPI number is 1639674609.

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