Dr. porter randall
neurosurgeon
phoenix, AZ
Dr. Randall Porter, originally from Barrington, Illinois, spent his formative years there before pursuing his passion for medicine. He hails from a family deeply rooted in healthcare and academia; his father, Stuart W. Porter, holds a Ph.D. in economics, while his mother, Myrna Porter, is both an RN and a licensed social worker.
Dr. Porter's educational journey saw him earn a BA in economics from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, followed by his medical degree from Rush Medical College in Chicago. His unwavering determination to become a surgeon was evident even in his teenage years.
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Having realized his ambition, he completed his residency and fellowship at the prestigious Barrow Neurological Institute, training under the guidance of renowned neurosurgeons, Dr. Robert Spetzler and Dr. Volker Sonntag. Dr. Porter further honed his expertise with specialized training in advanced technologies like CyberKnife (University of Pittsburgh) and Gamma Knife (Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden).
Certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery, Dr. Porter has been an integral part of the Barrow Neurological Institute since 2000. Here, he imparts knowledge to residents and conducts groundbreaking clinical research. His contributions extend beyond the operating room, with over 75 peer-reviewed papers, 30 chapters in prominent medical textbooks, and numerous speaking engagements at professional gatherings across the nation.
Recognized as a 'Top Doc' by Phoenix Magazine on nine occasions, and twice honored as 'Professor of the Year' by Barrow's neurosurgery residents, Dr. Porter's legacy is marked by pioneering procedures in Arizona. He performed the state's first robotic radiosurgery treatment, the inaugural endoscopic microvascular decompression, and introduced minimally invasive lateral interbody fusion techniques.
Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Porter plays a crucial role in the Barrow Neurological Institute LLC, serving on the board of managers, and directs the Barrow Acoustic Neuroma Center.
