Dr. Dennis Porto, MD

Dr. Dennis Porto, MD

Dermatologist
1309b Ave J, Brooklyn, NY
4.75
“Clean/New and efficient Office. I was seen within ten minutes of arrival. Though my case was very cut and dried, the Dr. was thorough and did a proper exam. This was a First Visit Impression.”
Fred S.December 3, 2025
Excellent wait time
96% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.75

Average wait time

4.74

Bedside manner

4.82
“Clean/New and efficient Office. I was seen within ten minutes of arrival. Though my case was very cut and dried, the Dr. was thorough and did a proper exam. This was a First Visit Impression.”
Fred S.December 3, 2025
“Thje whole experience for this Dermatologist is great. When I confirmed my apointment the office texted me a few times to remind me of my appointment. When I went to the office, the wait time was just a few minutes. The staff was very friendly and the whole office was "spic and span". As for Dr. Porto, he was friendly, listened to my request and did the procedure. This isn't the first time Dr. Porto worked on my problems so I am pleased with his work and would recommend him hiighly.”
Mary Ann F.November 20, 2025

About Dr. Dennis Porto

Dr Porto is a double board-certified Mohs surgeon and dermatologist. Dr Porto graduated at the top of his class in medical school at the University of Iowa before completing a skin cancer research fellowship at Harvard, a one year medicine internship, and a three year dermatology residency. In dermatology residency, Dr Porto refined his surgical, reconstructive, laser, and cosmetic expertise. Dr Porto credits much of his professional and surgical development to mentorship by American College of Mohs Surgery past-president, Dr. Roger Ceilley and American Academy of Dermatology past-president Dr. Henry Lim. After this clinical training, Dr Porto was awarded the Lewis Hackett scholarship to return to Harvard where he studied at the School of Public Health (HSPH) and the Business School (HBS) and was awarded a Masters in Public Health. He completed additional post-graduate training in Mohs micrographic surgery and reconstruction and is a board-certified micrographic surgeon. He is the author of dozens of textbook chapters and journal articles. Dr Porto was an author and editor for the textbook on Botox and other cosmetic injections. He was awarded the Golden Scalpel by the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. Whether he is surgically removing a skin cancer, using cosmetic lasers or injectables, or helping a patient with acne achieve clear skin, Dr Porto loves finding ways to guide his patients to perfect skin health.

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Popular visit reasons

Abscess
Acne
Annual Skin Screening
Dermatology Consultation
Melasma / Chloasma
Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer
Rash
Skin Problem
Abscess
Acne
Annual Skin Screening
Dermatology Consultation

Office locations

Schweiger Dermatology Group - Midwood (1 of 2)
1309b Ave J, Brooklyn, NY 11230
Schweiger Dermatology Group - Sheepshead Bay (2 of 2)
1810 Voorhies Ave, Ste 2, Brooklyn, NY 11235
1 of 2

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Dermatology

Education and training

  • Medical School - University of Iowa, Doctor of Medicine
  • Creighton University (Bachelor's)
  • Harvard University, Master's in Public Health
  • Henry Ford Health System, Residency in Dermatology

Professional memberships

  • Women’s Dermatologic Society
  • American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
  • American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
  • American Academy of Dermatology
  • American Medical Association

Awards and publications

  • Lewis Hackett scholarship
  • Golden Scalpel by the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1689012510

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.75
Wait time
4.74
Bedside manner
4.82
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I am so confident that Dr. Porto is giving me excellent care. I have already recommended him to my family.
Verified patient
The office is hard to get a hold of but the provider was very pleasant, and overall I’m happy !
Verified patient
over all recommmendation depends on the results of treatment provided
Verified patient
The office was huge and very well kept. Staff was friendly and informative. Wait time about 15 minutes.
Verified patient
Great doctor, addressed all my concerns. Friendly staff and short wait time. Always a good experience here.
Verified patient
Great experience. Provider and staff were knowledgable, friendly, professional and provided great care. Office was clean.
I will definitely use this doctor again for dermatology. Very friendly and on time. Took care of the problem immediately.
Verified patient
Very friendly and welcoming staff. Doctor Porto was very understanding and gave me helpful advices about my condition.
Verified patient
Professional, knowledgeable doctor. Polite friendly staff. Will definitely be back.
Verified patient
Everything was fine. If the medicine works (I need 2 months to confirm), I will be completely happy.
Verified patient
Very professional environment, staff. the office and the exam rooms are always clean. Quite a pleasant visit.
Verified patient
Listened, asked numerous questions related to the issue, offered a course of treatment
Verified patient
Took me early. Quick and efficient team. Answered questions. Friendly.
the staff was excellent and friendly very professional from the reception to the medical staff.
Verified patient
Wait time was very short, staff is friendly and professional, doctor was very nice with easy touch.
Verified patient
The doctor and the office were great but when I needed to contact them after, it was very difficult.
Verified patient
He was very nice, understanding and took care of my children and I.
The Workers And Doctors Are Excellent People..Keep It Up l..
Verified patient
Quick. Efficient. Got to the root of the problem right away, and was friendly and kind.
Verified patient
Very nice and clean office. Very friendly staff. Great doctor! Very happy with visit.
It was ok, he didn’t say anything I didn’t know. It was quick like he was rushing.
Short wait, took my insurance, doctor had very good bedside manner. Very assuring.
Verified patient
great service; I will be seeing the doctor again soon.
Will recommend . The doctotlr is pleasant with highly professional manners
Verified patient
Great doctor with great bedside manner. Highly recommended.
Verified patient
I will I could have got and earlier surgeries appointment
Verified patient
Thanks for the doctor and all medical staff! Everything was great!!!
Verified patient
Very professional. I was extremely satisfied with the visit.
Verified patient
My experience was great ???? and I would recommend it to a friend!
Verified patient
Very nice and friendly doctor who was helpful and knowledgeable!
Verified patient
Awesome Doctor and Staff. Can't wait to go back next year.
Verified patient
I recommend him, good bedside manner and very efficient
Verified patient
Everything was fine.
Verified patient
Clean/New and efficient Office. I was seen within ten minutes of arrival. Though my case was very cut and dried, the Dr. was thorough and did a proper exam. This was a First Visit Impression.
Verified patient
Thje whole experience for this Dermatologist is great. When I confirmed my apointment the office texted me a few times to remind me of my appointment. When I went to the office, the wait time was just a few minutes. The staff was very friendly and the whole office was "spic and span". As for Dr. Porto, he was friendly, listened to my request and did the procedure. This isn't the first time Dr. Porto worked on my problems so I am pleased with his work and would recommend him hiighly.
Verified patient
I strongly advise anyone with HSA insurance to avoid Dr. Dennis Porto. Unlike most dermatologists, his office charges not only for the procedure but also for the time you spend in the office, and the rate is unbelievably high per hour. Even a short visit can turn into a shockingly high bill. If you’re an HSA holder looking to manage costs, stay far away from this practice.
Verified patient
Overall great experience
Verified patient
Dr Porto is a skilled dermatologist who listens and is attentive to he Ned’s of his patient's. I have recommended family members, who I care deeply for, to see him. The wait time is good and the office is spotless.
Verified patient
Staff was friendly and attentive. Same for Dr. I got there early but had to wait my turn. I think no matter how early you come in they went by appt. People came in after me and they went before me. All in all it was a good experience.
Verified patient
Professional, friendly
Professional courteous and efficient
Verified patient
I,m not interesting to him
Verified patient
I interacted with 3 people, and they all showed poor attitude. First, some woman comes in & demands to see and take pics of everything. She's not even a medical professional. I didn't come for a non-medical professional to ask to see and take photos of my body. When I said that I rather just speak to the doctor, and didn't want pictures taken of everything, she stormed out of the room saying that she will tell the doctor that I'm "uncooperative and the doctor will be very upset with me!" Like this is kindergarten... Then the doctors walks in and starts lecturing me that I need to let her take the pictures and tell her my medical problems "because this is their rule". Again, lecturing me like kindergarten. Then the Dr was obviously angry & rude and refused to do the smallest thing. He gave his diagnosis, which the woman was supposed to write down for me. But she told me that "I'm free to go". I asked her for the written diagnosis, but she stormed out of the room and disappeared
Great experience.
Verified patient
Good stuff & good service
Good
Verified patient
Good
Verified patient
Dr. Porto listened patiently to me describing my symptoms and the factors that I believed caused them. He agreed that chemical exposure likely caused the rash on my arms. He prescribed medication that took care of the symptoms in less than a day. I went immediately from not being able to sleep at night to being on the mend. Great experience and I would see him again.
Terrible doctor spent 2 min examining me rushed to another person I asked have you examine my front he even did not look at me
Verified patient
Good experience from any point: almost no waiting time, efficient and pleasant staff, clean nice office. Great doctor: listened, explained, knowledgeable. Happy I have found this office.
Verified patient
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Dr. Dennis Porto has 2 office locations in Brooklyn, view full addresses on Dr. Porto's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Dennis Porto have?

Dr. Dennis Porto is certified by American Board of Dermatology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Dennis Porto?

Dr. Dennis Porto frequently sees patients for Acne, Annual Skin Screening, Dermatology Consultation, Rash, and Skin Problem . You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Dennis Porto on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Dennis Porto speak?

Dr. Dennis Porto speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Dennis Porto in reviews?

383 patients have reviewed Dr. Dennis Porto. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.75/5. They have a 4.82/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.74/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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