Thomas A. Ports

MD

Cardiologist

Dr. Thomas Ports is a cardiologist who specializes in elective angioplasty, the surgical opening or repair of blood vessels. He also specializes in cardiac catheterization for acute myocardial infarction (commonly called heart attack), balloon valvuloplasty of stenotic (narrowed) valves and alcohol septal ablation in obstructive cardiomyopathy.

Since performing the first coronary angioplasty at UCSF Medical Center in 1979, Ports has accumulated vast experience in performing catheter interventions. He is frequently called upon to give second opinions in difficult cases.

Ports earned his medical degree from Ohio State University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of Chicago and a fellowship in cardiology at UCSF.

  • Education

    Ohio State University School of Medicine, 1973

  • Residencies

    University of Chicago Hospital, Internal Medicine, 1976

  • Fellowships

    UCSF Medical Center, Cardiology, 1978

  • Board Certifications

    Cardiovascular Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine

    Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine

  • Academic Title

    Recalled Faculty

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    My reviews

    5.0

    Overall Experience
    66 Ratings
    About our process
    Sep 30, 2024
    We drive 4 hours each way to see Dr. Ports. My family of Nurses learn so much about my condition thru his consultation. My Home Team has a big job and he is our star player.
    Jun 17, 2024
    Dr Ports is the best I drive 200 miles won't see anyone but him.
    Mar 08, 2024
    The entire staff are so courteous and supportive. Dr Ports shines the brightest.
    Dec 04, 2023
    Dr Ports is wonderful. He is very caring, kind he really listens to you. Dr Ports cares about his patients and he is awesome at his job. He is a amazing doctor. I trust him . I think very highly of Dr. Ports He saved my life!I have recommended Dr, Ports and UCSF to my family and friends.
    Oct 27, 2023
    Dr Ports was easy to talk to, explained the test results and the choices that were possible for my continued care.This put me at ease, and assured me that the plan we agreed on was the best at forward.
    Sep 23, 2023
    The best doctor I have ever had. I feel fortunate to be able to consult with Dr. Ports and will be grateful for the rest of my life for his care. He truly made a significant difference in the quality of my life.
    Sep 15, 2023
    Dr Ports is e celle t in every aspect. I have been his patient for over 16 years and I feel very fortunate to be in his care
    Aug 25, 2023
    Dr Ports is personable, kind and genuinely wonderful
    Jun 09, 2023
    Sterling, in all departments.
    Mar 17, 2023
    Great physician who genuinely cares about his patients! Very thorough with a wonderful bedside manner...very fortunate to be under his care!
    Feb 17, 2023
    I was very impressed with Dr Ports, he was open to talking and listening. I could see coming back to SF to see him regularly.
    Feb 10, 2023
    Dr Ports is so informative and is extremely accommodating. He explained clearly and the post visit notes are perfect
    Jan 27, 2023
    Dr Ports and the nurse practitioner were each professional, attentive, knowledgeable, and detailed in their approach
    Dec 12, 2022
    It was wonderful. Dr. Poets and the doctor who is one of the fellows in the office were outstanding.

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