Dr. Michael K. Porayko, MD | Nashville, TN | Gastroenterology

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Dr. Michael Porayko specializes in gastroenterology, focusing on digestive system disorders and diseases. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and brings 45 years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Porayko is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Porayko practices at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt in Nashville, Tennessee. He treats patients with conditions such as esophageal varices, acid reflux, and cirrhosis. His expertise includes performing colorectal cancer screening and upper GI endoscopy procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 on Vitals.

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4.4

29 Ratings
45 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
7 written reviews
1 specialty
15 areas of expertise
1 board certification
2 hospital affiliations
1 office location
Male

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I have been seen by Dr. Porayko several times in the past 4 years. He and his staff are so concerned for all patients at Vanderbilt Clinic. Being confident that one receives the best possible just a wonderful feeling.

January 16th, 2019

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I would highly recommend Dr. Porayko to my family, friends, and potential patients.

October 18th, 2016

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Excellent Physician. Listens and communicates effectively. Managed my Liver disease for 6 years until my Transplant in 2014. Dr. Porayko and the entire Liver Transplant team at Vanderbilt were very professional during my 9 month wait for the Transplant and the recovery period.

November 17th, 2015

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Dr Porayko is an excellent, knowledgeable Doctor, with great bedside manner, and positive attitude. He is patient, caring, warm and kind. He was like our cheer team from day one. He also has a great sense of humor! You know your Doctor is great when you miss seeing him because your progress permits!

October 10th, 2014

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Dr. P. is a life saver the Drs. here in Knoxville gave up on my medical situation but Dr. P knew exactly what to do. He is easy to talk to and always shows concern and compassion. I am so lucky to have been able to have him as my doctor and my family is so glad that they will have me longer in their lives. He is awesome doctor and person. I would recommend him to anyone needs his type of medical field.

May 15th, 2014

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He has ben the best doctor I have found in this field. I have seen 4 other Liver Doctors. None have spent the time an friendship more then he does. I will never see another doctor

June 29th, 2011

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Dr Porayko does not work well with our local physicians. He does not tailor well the different complications associated with a terminal disease. Dr. Porayko has established a managed care program directing one medical standard fits all patients. His liver transplant staff is not empowered.

February 28th, 2011

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

1211 Medical Center DrNashville, TN 37232

Tel: (615) 322-5000


Dr. Michael Karl Porayko, MD	Ashley Anderson, APRN	Jan Seiler, APRN	Shauna Sanderson, APRN
Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.4 (29 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
45 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Nashville , TN	SACRAMENTO , CA	Montgomery , AL	Tallahassee , FL
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine	Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine	Med School: Georgia State University	Med School: Creighton University College of Nursing
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Gastroenterology

Abdominal Pain
Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
Celiac Disease
Colonoscopy
Constipation
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis C
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Liver Cancer
Liver Cirrhosis
Liver Diseases
Liver Failure
Liver Transplantation
Ulcerative Colitis

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Tennessee, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1981

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Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Porayko affiliated with?: Dr. Michael Porayko is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Monroe Carell Jr Childrens Hospital At Vanderbilt.

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