Spine and back · Patient experiences
6 five-star reviews for Dr. Michael Port discuss spine and back care. Read their words, learn what mattered to them, and bring the questions that matter to you to your next visit.
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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
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This collection shows written reviews rated 4 or 5 stars that mention spine and back. You can read every rating and written review on the full clinician profile.
6 written reviews
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Dr. Port has been treating me for over 10 years now off and on for a back injury. He is so generous with his time and attention to my medical issues. Can't say enough good things about him and his staff. He's helped me tremendously over the years.
Michael Port, MD
Could not have been treated better. All the nurses - Veronica, Linda, Cassie and Mary - were terrific. Same with Dr Michael Port, who was delightful, knew his stuff, and genuinely wanted to help me get rid of my lower back pain. What’s not to like?
Michael Port, MD
Excellent first appointment. In just one hour, I learned more about what’s happening with my spine than I have in years of appointments with other physicians.
Michael Port, MD
Dr Port at Commons Clinic is wonderful! He took my pain seriously and with care, despite an MRI that didn’t look horrific. I had 2 injections in my spine, and my sciatica is almost nonexistent! The nurses were amazing, as was the anesthesiologist. Dr Port was professional, supportive, approachable and down to earth. Thanks to everyone involved!
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
I have been a patient for the past many years having been treated for a variety of back issues all requiring surgery and pain management. I have had the good fortune to be treated by Dr. Robert Bray and Dr Michael Port. More recently Dr Port saw me related to pain management, all is going according to plan. Over the many years interacting with physicians and staff from intake throughout the process and discharge, all was executed with the outmost patient care and professionalism. With Gratitude, Arny Porath
Michael Port, MD
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