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Who is Dr. Porter, Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Amy Porter, MD is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA.
Dr. Porter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porter’s office at (216) 444-2200.
What languages does Dr. Porter speak?
Dr. Porter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What procedures does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist like Dr. Porter typically perform?
As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Amy Porter may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Porter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Porter accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Porter's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Porter's office located?
What is Dr. Porter's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Porter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558755538.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Porter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Porter
What is Dr. Amy Porter's specialty?
Dr. Porter is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist near Boston, MA.
What does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who has special knowledge and experience in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. This pediatrician is responsible to collaborate with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance the quality of life. They also handle physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family. This is done throughout the course of the illness, during the dying process, and beyond. They have good expertise in handling the assessment of patients with advanced disease, providing relief from distressing symptoms, coordinating between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, using specialized and advanced care systems including hospice, managing patients who are imminently dying, and navigating legal and ethical decision-making in end-of-life care.
Is Dr. Amy Porter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dr. Porter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
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patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures,
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Is Dr. Amy Porter accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Amy Porter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amy Porter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Porter's office at (216) 444-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Amy Porter?
Please contact Dr. Porter's office at (216) 444-2200 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Porter's office located?
Dr. Porter's office is located in Boston, MA.