Brandi Portero, MD
My specialties:
- Family medicine
Professional interests:
- Women's health
- Well child exams
- Preventative care
- Chronic disease management
- LGBTQ+ care
- Addiction medicine
- Joint injections
- Sports medicine
Practice philosophy: I believe in meeting patients where they are at in their health journeys. I find evidence-based medicine, good communication, and teamwork to be important components of high-quality healthcare. I appreciate shared decision-making, and it is my goal to make patients feel comfortable and heard.
What are you passionate about and why? I am passionate about building relationships, community engagement, and advocacy to work toward a better society. I love hearing stories and learning about diverse groups of people.
If you weren't a health care provider, what would you be? Marine biologist - I took a course in marine biology while studying abroad in South Africa!
Why did you become a provider? When did you know this was the career for you? I became a provider to help and empower others while utilizing communication skills and my interest in science and the human body. I was inspired as a kid by my own family's incredible PCP.
What is one of the challenges of this career you enjoy? And why? My favorite challenge in medicine is the teaching aspect. I enjoy discovering how patients best process information and practicing how to simplify and explain complex issues.
What is your personal health goal? Spend time outside everyday, always wear sunscreen!
What are a few of your personal achievements? Being part of my college track team, teaching English and science in Thailand, marrying my wonderful husband and becoming a mother during residency.
Credentials
- MD
Board-certified specialties
- Family medicine
Personal interests
- Hiking
- Reading
- Spending time with family and friends
- Traveling
Educational institutions
- College of Saint Benedict
- University of Minnesota Medical School
Residencies
- Allina Health United Family Medicine Residency
Years of experience
- 3
Hospital affiliations
- United Hospital
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Major health plans we participate in
- Allina Health | Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
- HealthPartners
- Medica
- PreferredOne
- SelectCare/LaborCare
- UCare
- UnitedHealthcare
Other health plans we participate in
- Medicaid/Medicare
- Aetna
- America's PPO
- First Health/Coventry
- CIGNA
- Humana
- Hennepin Health (formerly Metropolitan Health Plan)
- PrimeWest
- South Country Health Alliance
- United Behavioral Health
- Wisconsin Physician Services (WPS)