Dr. Rafael Antonio Portela, MD

Dr. Rafael Portela is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist who has dedicated 18 years to treating conditions affecting the ear, nose, and throat. He earned his medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Penn State University. Dr. Portela is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Portela practices at South Miami Hospital and maintains office locations in Miami, Florida. He specializes in treating common childhood conditions such as tonsillitis and adenoiditis, as well as serous otitis media, which causes fluid buildup in the middle ear. His surgical expertise includes performing adenoidectomies and tonsillectomies for patients age 12 and older, helping children and teens breathe easier and recover from chronic throat infections.