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John R. Porter, MD, PA

Dr. John Porter was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. He attended Colorado State University and graduated Phi Beta Kappa with a Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology. Dr. Porter obtained his Medical Degree from The University of Texas Medical School at Houston with additional research in Infectious Disease. Dr. Porter completed his pediatric residency at Children's Medical Center of Dallas and then served as Chief Resident while doing additional research in Infectious Disease. Dr. John R. Porter is board certified in Pediatrics and exceeds all requirements for continuing medical education. He truly loves the practice of pediatrics and spending quality time with each patient in order to develop a personal relationship and to ensure an accurate diagnosis. Dr. Porter loves the outdoors, especially fishing. He enjoys traveling with his wife Cindy, spending family time with his daughters and having fun with his adorable grandbaby.

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Laura Galloway, MD

Dr. Laura Galloway joined Dr. Porter's practice in 2012. She attended the University of Dallas and graduated magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. Dr. Galloway obtained her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. Dr. Galloway completed her pediatric residency at Children’s Medical Center Dallas and then continued at Children's in their emergency department. Dr. Laura Galloway is board certified in Pediatrics and has a special interest in breastfeeding medicine. Dr. Galloway and her husband Greg have four wonderful children. When not at the office, she enjoys homeschooling her children and believes in the importance of gentle, respectful parenting. Dr. Galloway loves gardening and spending time outside with her children, cooking plant-based meals, and reading great books!
 

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