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Dr. Charles Portera, MD

General Surgery* Age 60
Dr. Charles Portera, MD
4.4 (32 Ratings)

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Dr. Charles Portera, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Anchorage, AK.
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Dr. Charles Portera, MD

General Surgery* Age 60
Anchorage, AK
Accepting new patients
33 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Charles Portera, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Anchorage, AK.

About

Dr. Charles Portera, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Anchorage, AK and has 33 years experience. They graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1991 and completed a residency at East Tennessee State University.They currently practice at Alaska Surgical Oncology and are affiliated with Alaska Regional Hospital. Dr. Portera has experience treating conditions like Small Intestine Cancer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Portera received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 32 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Portera accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Small Intestine Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Port Placements or Replacements
Small Intestine Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Port Placements or Replacements
Small Intestine Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Port Placements or Replacements
Abdominal Pain
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cholangiocarcinoma
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Colorectal Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
Gallstones
Intestinal Obstruction
Liver Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Colectomy
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Wound Repair
Acute Leukemia
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anemia
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Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Autoimmune Diseases
Barrett's Esophagus
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Bladder Cancer
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Brain Disorders
Breast Diseases
Cancer
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Carcinoma in Situ
Coagulation Disorders
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Empyema
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Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Eye Cancer
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Head and Neck Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hodgkin's Disease
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Fistula
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Leukocytosis
Lipomas
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Lobular Carcinoma
Lung Cancer
Lymphoma
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Lymphosarcoma
Male Breast Cancer
Malignant Schwannoma
Meckel's Diverticulum
Melanoma
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Merkel Cell Carcinoma
Myelodysplastic Syndromes
Myeloma
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Myeloproliferative Disorders
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Neutropenia
Nodular Lymphoma
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Oral Cancer
Osteosarcoma
Ovarian Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Pregnancy-Related Disorders
Primary Hypercoagulable State
Prostate Cancer
Pulmonary Disease
Pyloric Stenosis
Reticulosarcoma
Rib Fracture
Secondary Malignancies
Skin Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Diseases
Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
Thrombocytosis
Thyroid Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Uterine Diseases
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Adrenalectomy
Adrenalectomy with Robotic Assist
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Anoscopy
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Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Biopsy of Breast
Bladder Surgery
Breast Reconstruction
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colostomy
Cystotomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Excision
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Excision of Bile Duct Tumor
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lumpectomy
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Puncture Aspiration
Renal Transplant
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Skin Grafts
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Spinal Nerve Block
Splenectomy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Tracheal Surgery
Venous Thrombectomy
Wedge Resection Colon

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Locations

  1. 1 Alaska Surgical Oncology
    3851 Piper St Ste U230, Anchorage, AK 99508
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (907) 868-2075

Patient Satisfaction

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4.4
Based on 32 Reviews
5 Stars (27)
4 Stars (0)
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2 Stars (1)
1 Star (4)

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Mar 23, 2023
He always takes time with you and answers all your questions. Projects a caring attitude as “we’re going to help you” one. His office staff is really nice and helpful. So very smart.
— Mar 23, 2023
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Specialties*
General Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Tennessee College of Medicine
    1991
Medical Education

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • East Tennessee State University
    1997
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • MD Anderson Cancer Center
    2000
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Charles Portera, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Portera's profile.

Dr. Charles Portera, MD is affiliated with Alaska Regional Hospital.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Alaska Regional Hospital

    2801 Debarr Rd, Anchorage, AK