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Dr. Michael Porayko, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 69
Dr. Michael Porayko, MD
4.6 (11 Ratings)

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Dr. Michael Porayko, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Nashville, TN.
Dr. Michael Porayko, MD
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Dr. Michael Porayko, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 69
Nashville, TN
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Michael Porayko, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Nashville, TN.

About

Dr. Porayko graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine. Dr. Michael Porayko, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Nashville, TN and has 37 years experience. Dr. Porayko currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Fort Loudoun Medical Center, CHI Memorial Hospital Hixson, Cookeville Regional Medical Center, Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Winchester, Livingston Regional Hospital, Starr Regional Medical Center Athens and Blount Memorial Hospital. Dr. Porayko has experience treating conditions like Esophageal Varices, Cirrhosis and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Porayko received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 11 times. Dr. Porayko's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Porayko is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Esophageal Varices
Cirrhosis
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Esophageal Varices
Cirrhosis
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Esophageal Varices
Cirrhosis
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Gastroptosis
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Anemia
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Ascites
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Chronic Gastritis
Colorectal Polyp
Dehydration
Diarrhea
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Duodenal Ulcer
Dysphagia
Esophagitis
Gastric Ulcer
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis C
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Ulcer
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Malnutrition
Nausea
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Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Pancreatitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Splenomegaly
Vitamin_Deficiency
Vomiting Disorders
Duodenal Polypectomy
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Abdominal Pain
Alcoholic Fatty Liver
Alcoholic Hepatic Failure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Cirrhosis
Celiac Disease
Congenital Achalasia
Constipation
Copper Metabolism Disorders
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenitis
Dysentery
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Ulcer
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Food Allergy
Gallstones
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Heartburn
Hemochromatosis
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatopulmonary Syndrome
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Ischemic Colitis
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Pancreatic Pseudocyst
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Secondary Biliary Cholangitis
Stomal Ulcer
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Viral Infection
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Endoscopy
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Biopsy
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound, Endoanal
Ultrasound, Esophageal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    3601 21st Ave S, Nashville, TN 37215
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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Illinois College of Medicine
    1987
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Michael Porayko, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Porayko's profile.

Dr. Porayko frequently treats the following conditions: Esophageal Varices, Cirrhosis and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Michael Porayko, MD is affiliated with CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Fort Loudoun Medical Center, CHI Memorial Hospital Hixson, Cookeville Regional Medical Center, Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Winchester, Livingston Regional Hospital, Starr Regional Medical Center Athens and Blount Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Michael Porayko, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga

    2525 Desales Ave, Chattanooga, TN

  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    1211 Medical Center Dr, Nashville, TN

  • Fort Loudoun Medical Center

    550 Fort Loudon Medical Center Dr, Lenoir City, TN

  • CHI Memorial Hospital Hixson

    2051 Hamill Rd, Hixson, TN

  • Cookeville Regional Medical Center

    1 Medical Center Blvd, Cookeville, TN

  • Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Winchester

    185 Hospital Rd, Winchester, TN

  • Livingston Regional Hospital

    315 Oak St, Livingston, TN

  • Starr Regional Medical Center Athens

    1114 W Madison Ave, Athens, TN

  • Blount Memorial Hospital

    907 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN