Dr. Maria Pongos Porterfield, MD

Internal MedicineFemaleAge 57

Internal Medicine

Dr. Maria Pongos Porterfield, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Winter Haven, FL and has over 33 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Cebu Doctors' College Of Medicine in 1990. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Adventhealth Lake Wales and St. Joseph's Hospital. Her office is not accepting new patients.

Dr. Maria Pongos Porterfield, MD

Physician Care Centers

6270 CYPRESS GARDENS BLVD Winter Haven, FL 33884
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Dr. Pongos Porterfield's conditions and procedures:

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acute Bronchitis
  • Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
  • Acute Sinusitis
  • Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
  • Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
  • ADHD and-or ADD
  • All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
  • Allergic Rhinitis
  • Anemia
  • Animal Allergies
  • Anxiety
  • Arthritis
  • Arthritis of the Elbow
  • Asthma
  • Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Athlete's Foot
  • Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
  • Atrophic Vaginitis
  • Back Pain
  • Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
  • Bladder Infection
  • Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
  • Breast Pain
  • Bronchiectasis
  • Bronchitis
  • Bursitis
  • Canker Sore
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Celiac Disease
  • Cellulitis
  • Chest Pain
  • Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
  • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
  • Chronic Neck Pain
  • Chronic Pain
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Coccygeal Pain
  • Constipation
  • COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
  • Cough
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
  • Dermatitis
  • Dermatitis Due to Drugs
  • Dermatitis Due to Substances Taken Internally
  • Diabetes Counseling
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Secondary
  • Diabetes Type 2
  • Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
  • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
  • Diarrhea
  • Difficulty With Walking
  • Diverticulitis, Intestinal
  • Diverticulosis, Intestinal
  • Dizziness
  • Dyslipidemia
  • Dysphagia
  • Ear Ache
  • Earwax Buildup
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG)
  • Emphysema
  • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
  • Essential Tremor
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Fungal Nail Infection
  • Gait Abnormality
  • Gastritis
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Gout
  • Hammer Toe
  • Headache
  • Heart Disease
  • Heart Palpitations
  • Heartburn
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hernia
  • Hyperkalemia
  • Hyperlipidemia
  • Hypertension
  • Hypogonadism
  • Hypotension
  • Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Immunization Administration
  • Indigestion
  • Influenza (Flu)
  • Insomnia
  • Iodine Deficiency
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • Itchy Skin
  • Joint Pain
  • Leg and Foot Ulcers
  • Limb Cramp
  • Limb Pain
  • Limb Swelling
  • Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
  • Lipid Disorders
  • Low Back Pain
  • Low Blood Oxygen Level
  • Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
  • Malaise and Fatigue
  • Malnutrition
  • Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
  • Menstrual Disorders (incl. Dysmenorrhea)
  • Migraine
  • Mineral Metabolism Disorders
  • Muscle Spasm
  • Muscle Weakness
  • Nasopharyngitis
  • Nausea
  • Obesity
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
  • Osteoarthritis of Hip
  • Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
  • Osteoarthritis of Knee
  • Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
  • Osteoarthritis of Spine
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Overweight
  • Painful Urination (Dysuria)
  • Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
  • Perimenopause
  • Peripheral Nerve Disorders
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Pneumonia
  • Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
  • Polyneuropathy
  • Polyuria
  • Postnasal Drip
  • Proteinuria
  • Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
  • Rash
  • Restless Leg Syndrome
  • Ringworm
  • Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
  • Shingles
  • Shortness of Breath
  • Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
  • Sinus Bradycardia
  • Sinusitis
  • Skin Ulcer
  • Sleep Apnea
  • Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
  • Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
  • Stye
  • Symptomatic Menopause
  • Testicular Dysfunction
  • Throat Pain
  • Thyroid Goiter
  • Tinnitus
  • Tobacco Use Disorder
  • Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
  • Tremor
  • Trigeminal Neuralgia
  • Urinary Incontinence
  • Urinary Stones
  • Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
  • Vaginitis and-or Vaginosis
  • Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
  • Venous Insufficiency
  • Vertigo
  • Viral Hepatitis
  • Vitamin B Deficiency
  • Vitamin B12 Deficiency
  • Vitamin D Deficiency
  • Wellness Examination
  • Wheezing
  • Yeast Infections

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(863) 318-1102

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Dr. Pongos Porterfield's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pongos Porterfield

3.3

Based on 15 ratings

5 Star
53%
53%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
7%
7%
2 Star
7%
7%
1 Star
33%
33%
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She's a good Dr. but her staff is not, they say thy will call you back or make appointments for you but they don't. I've been with her about ten years or more and it wasn't always like this. That's why I'm looking for another doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
2 people found this helpful
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Mar 17, 2021
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Dr. Pongos is the best. Have been with her for almost 5 years. Being a doctor and staff for a doctor is a challenge. You see many people with many problems. understandably not always very happy. I think her staff does their best. When I need to I follow up on things too! Thanks to all
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Rose – Dec 21, 2019
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My last visit with her was Nov 2014....for clearance for emergency back surgery.Her staff was told to get an immediate appointment with a heart Dr as my EKG 's were continually irregular...to this day they never did follow up.the staff is lousy. She is fine Since have found new Drs.Man Polk County seems to be a cess pool of wicks looking for the all mighty Dollar....
What went well
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
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Jo meyer in Winter haven – Jan 31, 2019
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If you're wanting a doctor to do little more than keep you up to date on your preventative or wellness screenings, this is the physician for you. If you are looking for a physician to listen to your healthcare-related needs, desires, and goals, I strongly encourage you to seek healthcare elsewhere.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Winter Haven, FL – May 04, 2017
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She is a very cautious and caring physician. She listens to your concerns and questions.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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kandw101 in Winter Haven, FL – Jun 09, 2016
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Biography

Dr. Maria Pongos Porterfield, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Winter Haven, FL and has over 33 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated...Read more

Specialties

  • Internal Medicine

Education

1990
Cebu Doctors' College Of Medicine
Medical School

Languages

  • English
  • Tagalog

Frequently Asked Questions

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Does Dr. Maria Pongos Porterfield, MD accept any insurance plans?

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What conditions does Dr. Maria Pongos Porterfield, MD treat?

Dr. Pongos Porterfield frequently treats the following conditions: Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement), Overweight, and Abdominal Pain. See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. Maria Pongos Porterfield, MD's office address?

Dr. Pongos Porterfield's office is located at 6270 CYPRESS GARDENS BLVD, Winter Haven, FL 33884. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

What languages is Dr. Maria Pongos Porterfield, MD fluent in?

Dr. Pongos Porterfield is able to speak Tagalog and English. View profile to see all.

Is Dr. Maria Pongos Porterfield, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. Maria Pongos Porterfield, MD is affiliated with Adventhealth Lake Wales and St. Joseph's Hospital.

How much experience does Dr. Maria Pongos Porterfield, MD have?

Dr. Pongos Porterfield has over 32 years of healthcare experience.

Does Dr. Maria Pongos Porterfield, MD receive good ratings from patients?

There is a star rating of 3.3/5 for Dr. Maria Pongos Porterfield, MD. Patients say that they trusted the provider's decisions and the appointment wasn't rushed. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.

Locations

Physician Care Centers

PCC of Winter Haven - Physician Care Centers6270 CYPRESS GARDENS BLVD Winter Haven, FL 33884
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Affiliated Hospitals

Dr. Pongos Porterfield is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.

Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.

Adventhealth Lake Wales

Lake Wales, FL

59% Patients that would definitely recommend, 11% lower than the national average

1 Award Received

St. Joseph's Hospital

Tampa, FL

78% Patients that would definitely recommend, 8% higher than the national average

11 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

Winter Haven Hospital

Winter Haven, FL

64% Patients that would definitely recommend, 6% lower than the national average