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Dr. Heather Portaro, MD

Dr. Heather Portaro, MD

Surgical Oncology*

Dr. Heather Portaro, MD is a surgical oncologist in Lebanon, PA. She is affiliated with medical facilities WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital and WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

WellSpan Breast Surgery - Lebanon

735 Norman Dr Ste B Lebanon, PA 17042

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(717) 639-2955

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Portaro is affiliated with WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital Ephrata, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Portaro specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Portaro's Reviews

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About Me

care philosophy

Why I chose to pursue a career in healthcare: When I was growing up, I always wanted to be a doctor. I loved science, and biology was my favorite class in school. Physiology and anatomy fascinated me. I also loved working with people, a love that...read more

biography

Why I chose to pursue a career in healthcare:When I was growing up, I always wanted to be a doctor. I loved science, and biology was my favorite class in school. Physiolo

  • Surgical Oncology

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American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Focus on Breast Cancer

Locations

WellSpan Breast Surgery - Lebanon

WellSpan Breast Surgery - Lebanon735 Norman Dr Ste B Lebanon, PA 17042
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WellSpan Breast Surgery - Lebanon

WellSpan Breast Surgery804 Grandview Dr Ste 2 Ephrata, PA 17522
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital

    169 Martin Ave
    Ephrata, PA 17522
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital

    252 S 4th St
    Lebanon, PA 17042
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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