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31 Ratings with 17 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Sima Porten is a urologist who brings two decades of medical expertise to her practice in San Francisco. She earned her medical degree from Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine and completed her residency at UCSF. Dr. Porten then pursued specialized fellowship training at the prestigious University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, focusing on urologic surgical oncology. Her extensive training has prepared her to handle complex urological conditions with precision and care. She communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Porten practices at the Urologic Surgical Oncology Clinic in San Francisco, California. Her clinical expertise includes treating bladder cancer and managing urinary retention issues. She performs diagnostic procedures such as cystoscopy to examine the bladder and urinary tract, as well as minimally invasive laparoscopic surgeries. Dr. Porten also utilizes urine tests to help diagnose various urological conditions. Patients consistently …recognize her excellent care, giving her an average rating of 5.0.
Read More Read less Dr. Porten practices at the Urologic Surgical Oncology Clinic in San Francisco, California. Her clinical expertise includes treating bladder cancer and managing urinary retention issues. She performs diagnostic procedures such as cystoscopy to examine the bladder and urinary tract, as well as minimally invasive laparoscopic surgeries. Dr. Porten also utilizes urine tests to help diagnose various urological conditions. Patients consistently …recognize her excellent care, giving her an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 20 years of experience
- 61 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
- 17 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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| Urology | Urology | Urology | Urology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 20 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience | 27 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Spanish, English | |
| San Francisco , CA | Palo Alto , CA | Fairfield , CA | Palo Alto , CA |
| Med School: Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine | Med School: Harvard Medical School | Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California | Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sima Prabodh Porten
Medical Specialties
Dr. Sima Prabodh Porten has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Sima Prabodh Porten has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
20 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Fellowship
University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center2014
Residency
UCSF2008
UCSF2007
Medical School
Northwestern University, Feinberg School of MedicineGraduated in 2006
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- Dr. Sima Porten speaks English.
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- Where is Dr. Sima Porten's office located?
- Dr. Sima Porten's office is located at 1825 4th St # 6, San Francisco, CA, 94143.
- Does Dr. Sima Porten accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Sima Porten accepts on their Vitals profile.
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