Compassion and bedside manner · Patient experiences
17 five-star reviews for Dr. Michael Port discuss compassion and bedside manner. Patients describe Dr. Port as caring and kind. Their stories also speak to compassionate care and attentive listening. The way you feel during a visit matters, too. Read the moments of kindness patients chose to share.
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A person behind your care
Dr. Michael Port is a fellowship-trained anesthesiologist who specializes in interventional spine care, including epidural injections and other non-surgical treatments for back and neck pain. Known for his steady hands and warm, approachable style, Dr. Port focuses on relieving pain in the most precise, least invasive way possible.
Patients appreciate his calm presence, clear explanations, and attention to comfort throughout each procedure. Whether you’re navigating a new injury or looking for alternatives to surgery, Dr. Port brings both technical skill and personal care to the process—helping patients move forward with less pain and more confidence.
Dr. Port is a member of a helicopter-based search and rescue team—excelling in high-stakes situations due to his unmatched ability to stay focused and calm.
Outside of the OR, you’ll find him at the beach, on the tennis court, or skiing with family and friends. And in the OR? The playlist ranges from classic rock to Leon Bridges—“always open to new suggestions.”
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In their own words
These are individual experiences. A topic mention does not establish who performed a procedure, medical suitability or a typical result.
This collection shows written reviews rated 4 or 5 stars that mention compassion and bedside manner. You can read every rating and written review on the full clinician profile.
17 written reviews
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Everyone was professional, competent, caring at I felt ‘cared for’ every minute!
Michael Port, MD
Everything went smoothly and on time. The team is great and was very attentive and kind.
Michael Port, MD
As always, the entire team could not have been more professional and kind. And I'm already feeling better! Love you guys!
Michael Port, MD
Scheduled appt for bilateral SI injections. Dr Port spent a great deal of time reviewing my MRIs, X Ray ans CT scans prior to deciding on treatment and conferred with my other caregivers via phone right before the procedure. Very caring doctor with incredible attention to detail. Procedure under GA was quick and relatively pain free
Michael Port, MD
Exceptionally positive experience from start to finish. Very professional, attentive and friendly staff, including all members … front desk, nurses, OR staff. Dr, Rispoli and Dr. Port are both skilled clinicians and have excellent bedside manner.
Michael Port, MD
The procedure was pain free and the staff very kind
Michael Port, MD
Everyone was very kind, helpful and professional! They made me feel comfortable and safe.
Michael Port, MD
This was my second procedure with Dr. Port and once again his care was incredible. His attention to detail and follow up goes above and beyond the norm. You won’t find a more empathetic professional who truly cares for his patients well being.
Michael Port, MD
Excellent care and explanation of the anesthetic plan. Dr Port is a skilled and knowledgeable doctor with a great bedside manner. I would highly recommend him.
Michael Port, MD
Dr. Port was very kind and took really good care of my needs the day of my surgery. I was very happy with all the team
Michael Port, MD
Mike Port is the best of the best. Compassionate, generous, and caring; he has gone beyond the normal doctor-patient relationship to help in expediting the best care for me through many spinal procedures that I've had to get done. A truly gifted doctor and lovely person who I have known for the past 15 years and 10 back surgeries..
Michael Port, MD
Everyone in the office is kind, friendly and super efficient.
Michael Port, MD
Dr. Port is very caring to your medical needs. His work ethic towards a patient is above and beyond. His staff (Mary) is also the greatest. They have gone far beyond what they need to, to help me. I can’t say enough about these individuals. They are the BEST!!!
Michael Port, MD
I absolutely love this office. Dr. Port is so kind and gentle. The office staff is really easy to deal with and always accommodating!!
Michael Port, MD
Dr. Michael Port truly setting the standard in patient care. It’s rare to find a doctor who not only listens, but really hears you. Dr. Port takes the time to understand concerns, answers every question with patience, and never makes you feel rushed. His calm, caring presence and attentiveness make all the difference. Am so so grateful to have someone who brings both heart and skill into every appointment and have been with me through all of each of my surgeries. Compassionate. Thorough. Present.
Michael Port, MD
Dr. Port listens, he is compassionate and an excellent diagnostician.
Michael Port, MD
From the moment you walk in, Dr. Port's entire team treats you like you are the only patient in the entire world! When you're in excruciating pain and feeling kind of hopeless, that matters. Dr. Porter clearly loves his work and cares about his patients. When the decision was made for me to get in epidural injection to relieve the pain from a C4/C5 herniated disc, he and his assistant, Mary, worked hard to fit me into his schedule ASAP. In fact, Mary texted me at least twice a day to keep me abreast of their efforts to accommodate me, until the morning of my procedure! During my injection appointment I was told it might take 3-7 days for the medication to begin to provide relief. One day later, I was better. From a 10+/10 to a 3/10. I am confident I am going to get to 100% pain free! I'm even more confident that as Dr. Port (and Dr. Robert Watkins IV) advised, if I take my time, follow up, and begin physical therapy when it's safe to do so, I will be the active person I was before my injury. I also have to give a shout out to surgical nurse Betsy for being so kind and attentive. And the anesthesiology nurse who listened so intently to all my concerns, consulted again with Dr. Port, and adjusted the protocol accordingly. A top-notch, superior team all around!! I can't recommend Dr. Port highly enough!!
Michael Port, MD
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