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Dr. Dennis Porto, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery* Age 66
Dr. Dennis Porto, MD
4.1 (30 Ratings)
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Dr. Dennis Porto, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Des Moines, IA.
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Dr. Dennis Porto, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery* Age 66
Des Moines, IA
Accepting new patients
41 years of experience
Dr. Dennis Porto, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Des Moines, IA.

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Dr. Porto graduated from Creighton University. Dr. Dennis Porto, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Des Moines, IA and has 41 years experience. Dr. Porto currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Iowa Lutheran Hospital. At present, Dr. Porto received an average rating of 4.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 30 times. Dr. Porto's office accepts new patients. Dr. Porto is board certified in Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

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Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
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Chronic Adenoid Infection
Chronic Laryngitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Tonsillitis
Cleft Palate
Common Cold
Conductive Hearing Loss
Cough
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Deafness
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Deviated Septum
Dizziness
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Facial Fracture
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Head and Neck Cancer
Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
Headache
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Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Laryngeal Cancer
Laryngitis
Leukoplakia
Loss of Smell and Taste
Malignant Otitis Externa
Meniere's Disease
Nasal Polyp
Nosebleed
Oral Cancer
Oral or Facial Cleft
Otitis Media
Otosclerosis
Outer Ear Infection
Perforated Eardrum
Peritonsillar Abscess
Pharyngitis
Salivary Gland Cyst
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
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Tongue Cancer
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Tonsil Cancer
Tonsillitis
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Vocal Cord Nodule
Vocal Cord Paralysis
Vocal Cord Polyp
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adenoidectomy
Antrostomy and Antrotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Audiometry
Carotid Ultrasound
Cervical Lymph Node Dissection
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Ear Tube Placement
Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision or Destruction of Palate or Uvula Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Tongue Lesion
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Hearing Screening
Home Sleep Study
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Laryngoscopy - Laryngotomy - Laryngectomy - Pharyngolaryngectomy - Pharyngectomy
Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
Oral Cancer Screening
Perforated Eardrum Repair (Tympanoplasty)
Rhinoseptoplasty
Sphenoidotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Thyroid Scan
Tonsillectomy
Ultrasound, Thyroid
Uvulectomy
Vestibule and Floor of Mouth Excision or Destruction
Wound Repair

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Locations

  1. 1 Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center
    1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
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Aug 22, 2018
He performed my sinus surgery and had great bedside manner and it was quick and very little pain! Great results. Thanks
Amy in Waukee — Aug 22, 2018
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Specialties*
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Creighton University
    1983
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Dennis Porto, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Porto's profile.

Dr. Dennis Porto, MD is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Iowa Lutheran Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Dennis Porto, MD holds board certification in Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UnityPoint Health-Iowa Lutheran Hospital

    700 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA