Dr. David A. Porter, MD, Ph.D.
David Porter, MD, Ph.D. is a graduate of Ball State University and earned his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr Porter also received his Ph.D in Human Bioenergetics (Sports and Exercise Physiology) from Ball State University’s internationally recognized Human Performance Laboratory. Following his residency in Orthopaedic surgery at Wright State University in Dayton, OH, Dr. Porter completed his fellowship in Foot and Ankle surgery with Tom Clanton,MD and Don Baxter, MD in Houston, TX. Prior to his fellowship Dr Porter also completed a 3 month senior elective in Foot and Ankle surgery with James Amis, MD in Cincinnati, OH In 1996, Dr. Porter joined Methodist Sports Medicine Center staff (NOW Forte Sports Medicine and Orthopedics) where he is active in clinical practice, research, and teaching. In addition, Dr. Porter serves as instructor at University Indianapolis School of Physical Therapy and the Purdue University Athletic Training program.
In addition to publications in scientific journals and presentations before physicians, Dr. Porter has been involved in written and spoken contributions to the NFL team physicians, American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society, American College of Sports Medicine. Dr Porter also serves as the Foot and Ankle consultant to the Indianapolis Colts, Purdue University and Butler University as well as numerous other colleges in central Indiana. Dr Porter has also been integrally involved in the care of professional athletes including the NFL, NBA and professional Ballet performers. Dr Porter was cited in April 23rd 2012 edition of Street & Smith’s Sports Business Daily Journal recognized as a leading specialist as it pertains to foot and ankle sports injuries and conditions. And, was awarded the ISMA Commission of Sports Medicine recipient of the Team Physician Award in 2013.
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