David Porter

Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Specialist

Over the years, Dr. David Porter has taken every opportunity to learn about foot and ankle injuries and to share what he learns through publications, presentations and conversations with patients. Dr. Porter serves as an orthopedic team physician for the Indianapolis Colts and Guerin Catholic High School.

Dr. Porter serves as a peer reviewer for national and international medical journals. He builds his own strength and agility by exercising and playing golf. Dr. Porter is also actively involved in the Indianapolis community and local charities. A native of Madisonville, Kentucky, he and his wife, Theresa M. Porter, MD, are the proud parents of two daughters.

Areas of Focus

Ankle Arthroscopy | Achilles Rupture | Fifth Metatarsal Jones Fracture | Lateral Ankle Reconstruction | Navicular Stress Fracture

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There’s nothing better than providing care to a patient and having them come back and say, “I no longer have pain!” It’s thrilling to see a patient get back to what they want to do

David A Porter, MD, PhD

Research & Publications

Author, Baxter’s The Foot and Ankle in Sport textbook, 2008
Serves as a peer reviewer for several national and international medical journals
40+ articles published on sports-related topics in areas of foot and ankle

Education

Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana
Indiana University School of Medicine, MD
Indiana University Health Methodist Hospital, Internship
Wright State University, Dayton, Ohio – Orthopedic Surgery Residency
Foundation for Orthopaedic, Athletic and Reconstructive Research, Houston, Texas – Foot and Ankle Fellowship

Positions

American College of Sports Medicine, Member
American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, Member
Butler University College of Pharmacy and Health Services, Adjunct Assistant Professor for the Physician Assistant Program, 1997
Alpha Omega Alpha, National Medical Honor Society
Forté Sports Medicine Research and Education Foundation, Founding President and Board Member 2005
Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor of Health, Kinesiology and Leisure Studies, 2002

Awards

Indiana State Medical Association Commission on Sports Medicine, Team Physician Award, 2013
Indiana University School of Medicine, Academic Achievement Award, 1992
Mid-America Orthopedic Association 9th Annual Meeting, Residents Research Award Finalist, 1991
National Dean’s List Phi Society (Phi Beta Kappa), magna cum laude
Orthopedic Review, Resident’s Paper Award Finalist, 1992
Street and Smith’s Sports Business Daily Journal, Leading Specialist in Foot and Ankle Recognition, 2012
Wright State University Orthopedics, Hobart Klaaren Basic Science Award Winner, 1993

Tricia R.

Dr Porter is skilled, knowledgeable, and has an excellent bedside manner. We were pleased with all of our care.

Cheryl Gentry

Dr Porter is one of the best and most compassionate doctors I have dealt with. Great guy and is great at what he does

patient Success Stories

William

Foot and Ankle Patient

During a practice before the Nutcracker showcase, William landed wrong on their foot. They continued to dance, but knew something wasn't right. William met with Dr. Porter, orthopedic foot and ankle specialist to understand their next steps to get back to their Forté, being a soloist with the Indianapolis Ballet company.

Learn how Forté developed a personalized plan to get William back to the dance floor.

Jacey Vore

Ankle Patient and Gymnast

Gymnastics has been a lifelong passion for Jacey. When she tore her achilles she feared the worst—an end to her passion. With the help of Dr. David Porter and our specialized physical therapists, Jacey is back and performing better than before her injury.

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Hearts 2 Soles Event Providing Free Foot Exams, Shoes and Socks by Forté Orthopedic Research Institute

Dec. 02, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS – Foot health is often a major issue for people experiencing extreme poverty and homelessness here in Indiana and around the world. The Forté Orthopedic Research Institute welcomes news […]

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Forté Orthopedic Research Institute Announces Return of Hearts 2 Soles Event Providing Free Foot Exams, Shoes and Socks

Dec. 06, 2022

Foot health is often a major issue for people experiencing extreme poverty and homelessness here in Indiana and around the world. The Forté Orthopedic Research Institute (FORI) welcomes news media […]

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For Improved Patient Outcomes, Research Matters

Aug. 29, 2022

Some treatment aspects turn out to be more helpful than originally thought; others prove less helpful than intended, Dr. David Porter explains. Follow-up research is the key to learning the […]

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