Dr. William Portnoy was outstanding. His evaluation was thorough, and he explained his findings and diagnosis with exceptional clarity, making me feel informed and confident throughout the process. His expertise and experience are evident, and I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking an ENT specialist or considering rhinoplasty. An excellent physician and a wonderful patient experience. read more

Dr Portnoy is hands down my favorite ENT physician in Miami. I recently saw him for a lump in the back of my throat which had been bothering me for about 3 months. From the moment he saw me, by just looking at my throat and feeling around the mass he said to me: I think most likely what you have is a squamous cell of the throat. He helped expedite de biopsy and imaging, which confirmed the results. He also helped expedite the referral to my preferred cancer center, where I just underwent surgery 1 week prior, which seems to have been curative. I cannot thank him enough. His combination of expertise, charisma and humility make him one in a million. I literally owe him my life. read more

We're so thankful for Dr. Portnoy and everything he's done for my aunt. From our first visit back in October 2024 to her surgery in April 2025, he's been kind, caring, and incredibly helpful. He really took the time to make sure my aunt felt comfortable and understood every step of her treatment. He also made sure our whole family felt heard and supported. We're so happy with how everything turned out and truly appreciate the care he gave us. read more

Dr Portnoy was recommended to me by 2 completely unrelated people, one of them, my PCP. I was expecting to see one those typical doctors that, after having had you examined by their assistant, come to see you but barely look at your face or listen to what you have to say. Well, Dr. Portnoy is anything BUT this. He is very attentive, examines you himself, listens to what you have to say, asks questions to help him better understand the situation and treats you like a real human being. He is very knowledgeable and makes you feel confident about the treatment. It was a very good surprise. I won't think twice if I need an ENT doctor again and I don't hesitate recommending him to anyone. read more

Dr.Portnoy In my book is the most amazing, caring Physician you will ever come across! Dr.Portny has that old school work ethic which so many physicians seem to have lost. Dr.Portnoy and his dedicated staff treat you like family and they sincerely care about the well being of there patients! Once again Dr.Portnoy thank you for fitting me in your schedule and making me feel so much better that same time! God Bless you! Regina read more

I came in for a closed reduction for my broken nose. Dr. Portnoy was excellent at all stages for this procedure. He made sure I was comfortable, explained the details of the procedure, and ensured that I was well taken care of. If you have the chance to get an appointment with Dr. Portnoy, please do so. He will take great care of you. Thank you for helping me doc! read more

Avoid if possible A few years ago, I was referred to Dr. Portnoy for some itching in my ear canal. He said it was a little red and prescribed some drops which seemed to work. This fall, I noticed some itching again and I called his office to see if the prescription could be refilled. As I was making my request to the person who answered the phone, she told me that the doctor wished to speak with me. Dr. Portnoy got on the phone and explained that while he would refill my prescription over the phone, I should get a referral and come see him after the Covid lockdowns had ended to make sure nothing else is going on with my ears. I agreed and thanked him and told him that I would get a referral from my primary physician and come see him in the following weeks when I was out of quarantine. About ten days later, found out he submitted a bill to my insurance for $400 for this unscheduled "telemedicine visit," which apparently had been coded as a FaceTime chat. My insurance had only reimbursed him $300 for those five minutes, and an additional $80 was due of me for not having a valid referral on file at the time of my call. In the interim, I had obtained a referral from my provider, valid starting the day after I called his office. I called his office with this information and asked that the claim for our phone call be resubmitted. I was told this was not possible; I asked if I could speak with the doctor and was told no, and I asked if billing could explain to the doctor what had occurred. I received no response other than another letter requesting payment. At that point, I sent Dr. Portnoy's office a check in the amount of my usual office co-pay, explaining that if they had verified my insurance - as they should have for any office visit - before submitting this claim, their office would have gotten paid, and my co-pay is all I would owe. And yet, today I received another letter demanding payment of my outstanding bill. I'm at a bit of a loss as to whether Dr. Portnoy would prefer to adjudicate this publicly, or what level of judgement prevents him from accepting $320 for a five-minute phone call. Nevertheless, it safe to say beyond any measure of doubt that I will discontinue seeing care from this practitioner. read more

Where do I even begin with how amazing Dr. Portnoy is!! Sometimes in this current era of medicine it can be hard to find doctors that take time with you, make you feel comfortable, and give you honest and transparent answers. I am in the healthcare field myself and I can honestly say Dr. Portnoy is one of the best physicians I have ever come across. I needed surgery and I refused to have it with other ENT surgeons because I just didn't feel right, but when I met Dr. Portnoy I instantly felt comfortable and safe for him to do my surgery. I am so blessed to have him as my ENT doc & surgeon! Thank you for everything!! read more

I've been dealing with a severely deviated septum for quite some time, which has been causing a lot of breathing issues and affecting my quality of life. I couldn't be happier with the surgery that Dr. Portnoy performed. He explained the procedure in great detail and took the time to answer all of my questions. His passion for his work and genuine concern for his patients is evident. I would highly recommend him to anyone. I am almost 3 months post-op and my breathing has already improved tremendously. Thank you! read more

cannot express enough gratitude for Dr. Portnoy. He truly saved my life when I was facing a terrible ear infection. His professionalism, expertise, and genuine care for his patients would make me recommend him to any patient needing an ENT specialist. He is all a doctor should be. Dr. Portnoy took the time to listen to my concerns, thoroughly explained the treatment, and was very gentle and caring when he had to intervene with my very painful ear. He squeezed me in his schedule three times in one week and for that I am grateful beyond words. Thanks to him, I am recovering. I highly recommend Dr. William Portnoy with my eyes closed. read more

I went and saw Dr.Portnoy in his Miami office and I can say that the experience was fantastic. The doctor was extremely helpful and knowledgeable and with his recommendation and advice my ear looks to be normal size once again in a little less than a week. From the moment I met him until my follow up I felt the Dr.Portnoy was on the top of his game. I'd recommend him to anyone. read more

I went into see Dr. Portnoy because I was having severe issues breathing through my nose. I had been suffering for 12 years with a deviated septum and a bone spur preventing my nasal passageways from getting enough air. I finally set up a consultation and met with Dr. Portnoy. I have to say, I love his disposition and bedside manner. He is very thorough in his evaluation and we discussed the next steps in order to see what all was really going on. I received my CAT scan, went in for my second visit with Dr. P and we scheduled the surgery to correct my severely deviated septum. I am now around two months out of surgery and I have to say it was the best thing I've ever done in my life. I wish I would've done it sooner. He is one of the best doctors ever!!! He called the next day to check on me and make sure I was feeling OK. The surgery went smoothly and he reiterated that I had a severely deviated septum that that he straightened. I can honestly say I breathe so much more freely and my quality of life has substantially improved. I'm so happy to say that I am no longer the "tissue girl" always blowing her nose. Follow his post operative directions completely and you will have amazing results like I did. I would recommend him 10 million times over. He is absolutely amazing. His bedside manner, his disposition and his knowledge is impeccable. STOP WAITING AND GO SEE HIM AND LET HIM CHANGE YOUR LIFE FOR THE BETTER!!!!! read more

My experience with Dr. Portnoy was nothing short of perfect. I was in need of a ENT doctor a few years back and heard of this doctor through a radio ad and decided to give him a try. Setting up the initial appointment wasn't hard at all. Hes not one of those doctors who are hard to get an appointment with. As far as the appointment goes he was professional yet upbeat and explained everything that needed to be done. Once my surgery was approved we set up another appointment to do the actual in office procedure and everything went smoothly. I'd definitely recommend Dr. Portnoy to anyone who needs an ENT. read more

It's rare these days to find a real doctor at heart, not just on paper, one who walks in the room, greets you with a smile, sits down, looks you right in the eye and sincerely asks, "How are you? What's going on?" What brought me to Dr. Portnoy was the discovery of a deviated septum told to me by a pompous ENT doctor I had seen before him. That lead me to do my research of finding a great ENT doctor that specializes in surgeries of the nose. Bam, Dr. Portnoy. After examining me I found out my condition was worse than I thought. Not only did I have a deviated septum, one side of my nasal passages was nearly blocked, and the other was narrow. He gave me the option of surgery. I said yes. Doc P thoroughly explained my entire condition from how it was affecting my breathing to how my quality of life was going to change for the better once my nasal passages were opened. Boy was he right. So, surgery day. I was treated professionally and with care and respect from the moment I checked in to the moment I left, by him and his staff. To those of you who will undergo surgery for a deviated septum and/or opening of the nasal passages, the first three to four days will suck. Believe me. Expect bleeding and to feel like the Hulk punched you in the nose. You won't be breathing through your nose for a few days. Sense of smell will be compromised during the healing process. You'll adapt, trust me. After a few weeks I was able to breathe like never before. And now I can actually reach REM sleep and dream, something I struggled with for a long time because I couldn't breathe properly. Snoring has been reduced significantly. How I wish I would've met Dr. Portnoy sooner. Guys, Doc P is the real deal. If you're looking for a genuine, sincere, empathetic doctor who treats you like a friend and not a patient, you've found him. read more

Literally one of the best ENT specialist in New York City. Not sure how people came away with anything negative to say about Dr. Portnoy or his AMAZING staff. I have had problems with my ears since I was born and I have had my fair share of crappy ENT's. In fact the one right before I met with Dr. Portnoy made my ears bleed and then told me that it was part of the process. Meeting Dr. Portnoy some 10 years ago (or close to it). Changed my life for the better and I can't say enough kind words. He has NEVER been dismissive and always gave me 110% of his attention. His staff has always been top notch and VERY hands on. Jacob, the administrative assistant, is the textbook definition of an exemplary assistant. (although I do miss Ginnette). If you need an ENT, take it from someone whose has been seeing ENT's for all his life, that Dr. Portnoy is stellar and will change your life. read more

I had almost totally lost my voice and was referred to Dr. Portnoy by my primary care physician, who told me that Dr. Portnoy had performed surgery on his throat and he spoke very highly of him. I soon learned why! I arrived at Dr. Portnoy's office almost unable to speak and very frightened. I was immediately reassured by his clear clinical intelligence, relatable manner, and professional ease and confidence. He quickly diagnosed the problem and soon there after performed surgery. He was available immediately for all of my post-operative concerns. Not only did he possibly save my life, but my voice post-recovery sounded better than it had in years. I recommend him whole heartedly. I also am a doctor and rather difficult to please. I am eternally grateful to him. read more

I turned to Dr. Portnoy because I needed surgery, and I made the right choice! I had difficulty breathing, and Dr. Portnoy suggested several procedures that helped improve my breathing significantly, including septoplasty, cyst removal and turbinate reduction. He was caring and attentive throughout the whole process and had several follow-up appointments with me after surgery. Dr. Portnoy thoroughly examined my nose every time and made sure everything was healing well and recommended long-term care to make sure my issue doesn't recur. Two months after the surgery, I'm feeling great and breathing very well. I'm grateful to Dr. Portnoy for his expertise and attention! read more

I went to see him a few days after I broke a nose, during the period in which your nose can still be set without having to re-break it. Dr. Portnoy told me my nose was fine -- not crooked and that my septum wasn't deviated -- and reassured me that standard practice is to wait until it's healed to set it, if it needs to be set. Dr. Portnoy kept me waiting for 45 minutes. His staff initially told me I didn't need an x-ray (what?) but Portnoy said I did, so I had to spend another hour getting one and then came back and was kept waiting for another 45 minutes. All in all, it took 3 hours to get through the appointment -- in the middle of a workday. Portnoy was rude and dismissive. He talked over me. He gave me about 3 minutes of his time and made it very clear that he didn't think I was worth any more than that. He told me I was fine, even though I kept telling him my nose felt crooked and I was having trouble breathing. I wasn't made comfortable by his nonchalant attitude or bedside manner, so I got a second opinion a few weeks later -- at which point it was too late to set my nose without getting surgery / having it re-broken. Long story short, my nose WAS crooked, my septum IS deviated, and I will now have to get a painful and expensive procedure if I ever want to breathe normally again. This guy is a stupid asshole and I would never recommend him to anyone. Just another quack of a NYC doctor. He's clearly far more concerned with raking in the big bucks from performing plastic surgery and other expensive procedures than doing what's actually right or best for his patients. Really can't emphasize enough, this guy is fucking trash. read more

Dr. Portnoy is such an outstanding ENT specialist. He has a great friendly team working with him too. Oh and did I mention that he's a really great guy who really 'listens' to his patients. I'm one of them. I would recommend him TOTALLY! Thank all of you at the practice. I'd give them 5 stars as I don't believe in perfection..... but they are close read more

Dr. P is the man! F-ed up noses just run in my family, and no I'm not taking about shape or size, the men of my family have perfectly good looking noses. I'm taking about turbinates and septums, not sure what those are? Well, Dr. P does. Anyway, this little recap should help. Can you barely breathe through your nose? Are you a consistent mouth breather, mouth breathing sleeper, sometimes snorer, especially when you have a cold? If you said yes to all those, like I said yes, then you likely have some nose issues. It started to affect my ability to run, to sleep, and mouth breathing isn't great for your gums or teeth for that matter, that I finally said F**K it, this sucks and I'm gonna get it fixed. Enter Dr. P. I don't recall if we did x-rays or he just looked up there with one of those magnifying scope things, but he thoroughly explained what was going on. Turbinates are these walls of cartilage in your nose - they're good for you, but some people's are just too thick. They literally squeeze down on the passage ways, also, you've got a slightly deviated septum. Alright - super! Next, we went over options, what insurance may or may not cover, the procedure and also, what would happen if I just opted to do nothing. He was honest about that too - you'll be fine, but you'll have all the same complaints and discomforts you have now. I'm an active guy, so I wasn't having that. It was worth the time, money and recovery for me to go through with the procedure. Speaking of that...it was 1 day, in and out, and back to work a couple days later. I believe he used a laser to trim down the turbinates, creating more space and set the deviated septum which required a couple stitches. The follow up appointments were all easy to set, he explained recovery, what's good and bad and here I am today breathing through my nose like it ain't no thang. Biking feels better, sleeping is solid, I rarely snore (my wife is pretty happy about that) and I got Dr. P to thank for that. His office even went to battle with insurance for me, saving me a good chunk of money (forgot the woman's name who helps with this but she was a gem). read more

I saw Dr. Portnoy many times over the course of 1-2 years for issues related to frequent sinus infections. His bedside manner was sometimes brusque and occasionally rude. He was often physically rough when undertaking delicate procedures (scoping). Eventually, he informed me that there was nothing more he could do and suggested that I see another doctor. He gave me the impression that he thought I was wasting his time and my complaints were not legitimate. Fortunately, this led me to see a kind, patient and good diagnostician at NYU. He had me get an MRI and saw significant blockages in my sinuses. He performed surgery and my quality of life improved markedly. My experience seeing Dr. Portnoy was the worst I've had with a medical professional. While I'm please that other reviewers have had a good experience with him, the doctor they describe is almost unrecognizable to me. read more

I went to Dr. Portnoy for a problem with my stuck-open eustachian tube. Half the appointment he spent looking at the computer trying to figure out what was wrong with my ear. He finally diagnosed me but said he didn't know how to fix it and sent me on my way. No referrals, no help, that's it goodbye. I'm terribly disappointed. I will say that he was a nice enough guy! Don't get me wrong. But i felt like getting the boot when i'm desperate wasn't fun. read more

I came to Dr. Portnoy to treat my badly deviated septum. He discussed all of my options with me thoughtfully and transparently, which calmed all of my nerves about surgery. We were able to proceed quickly, and the end result has been phenomenal! After the surgery he checked in with me personally on a regular basis, and his team was very attentive. It has been a year and a half, and my breathing has improved massively, plus my nose is aesthetically more pleasing (but not obviously) thanks to his skilled tweaks! Dr. Portnoy is now my go to for all my cosmetic needs too - including fillers. All around a fantastic doctor and surgeon - would recommend anyone considering surgery pay him a visit! read more

Dr. Portnoy was recommended to me and I was very excited to work with him. At one point he told me to cease nasal cortisone injections, which I did. When I informed him of this, he inexplicably stormed out of the room, slammed my folder on the reception table, yelled in the hallway, "I need to cool down"- and didn't return. Thereafter, I heard "he was having a bad day," paid my copay and left. As chronic pain makes you do things you never thought you would, I recently emailed his office, requesting to come in - perhaps, I was missing something. The response I received was that "Dr. Portnoy looked at my charts and couldn't help me." To this day, I still don't know what sparked his sudden outrage and erratic behavior. I have no doubt that Dr. Portnoy is a competent surgeon. However, a sudden personality shift of that magnitude, towards any patient, warrants concern. read more

I've seen Dr. Portnoy a couple of times. I think he's perfectly fine as a doctor - good bedside manner, answered all my questions, gave good explanations. It's the wait time that's horrendous. On a recent visit the waiting room was so full that a couple of people sat on the floor. We were told that a patient had to have an emergency procedure done so I waited an hour and a half before seeing the doctor. That I understand. However, more recently the waiting room was empty except for one person. I waited 30 mins just to be escorted to the examination room and then sat for another 40 minutes just waiting to be seen. The staff was no where to be found - it was the Doctor himself who came in and apologized for the wait and said he'd be right with me. read more

My nose was messed up internally after years of rugby and a major car accident. All of this left me barely able to breathe through my nose and struggling to sleep. I also snored terribly. I had delayed getting the surgery until it was really needed. Dr Portnoy was recommended to me, and I am delighted that I went to see him. It was a major procedure needed to fix it all, but he guided me and my wife through the whole process. Before, during and after the operation, he and his team kept me completely informed and were very accessible for questions. Now, 5 weeks after surgery, I am breathing through my nose effortlessly, I have stopped snoring and I just wish I had the surgery 10 years ago. read more

I needed someone to take a look at the Sagat-style scar on my forehead (see my photo), and some other stuff. This dude Bill Portnoy walks in to the room with a big coal mine lightbulb on his head. He is able to figure everything out real fast, since he can see the problems just by looking at my face, while it took an x-ray to find them at the GP. And, he's a nice guy. I will return for surgery later, so I'll let you know if it goes well. Apparently everyone at Goldman Sachs comes to see him. A woman walked in, looking timid, and here's what went down: Receptionist: First time here? Woman (timidly): Yes. Receptionist: Are you from Goldman Sachs? Woman (relieved): Yes, that's right. Do GS people just routinely get plastic surgery when they get a large bonus? Or is this maybe *part* of the bonus? Weirded out! read more

I have to agree with the other sentiments thus far about Dr. Portnoy. I called his office around 2 asking for an appointment to check out potential swimmer's ear and he was able to see me that afternoon. He was extremely easy to talk to and he took care of everything perfectly. If you ever need an ENT specialist in Manhattan this is the doctor for you. read more

I found Dr. Portnoy on Yelp and I couldn't be happier. I had a sports injury on my eye lid, where I had a pretty deep cut that needed stitches. I didn't want to go to the ER because I felt that I would get less of a scar if I went to a plastic surgeon. I called many places and Dr. Portnoy was the only one that offered to see me right away without an appointment. The staff was super friendly and helpful. And after waiting only about 10 minutes I was taken back and seen by the doctor. 5 painless small stitches later I was done! I couldn't be happier - fast, friendly, accommodating and knowledgable. read more

Five star for Dr Portnoy, as one of the best sinus doctor I've seen, he is efficient, patient and caring. Also five star for his reception, he is super friendly and organized, which makes the appointments easy, never made a mistake. read more

Dr. Portnoy is not only a fantastic surgeon, but a great person as well. I had a severely deviated septum due to a previous septoplasty that left me with an inability to breathe through my nose in addition to sinus issues that have plagued me my entire life. Thank God I found Dr. Portnoy. He was able to work a miracle and fix my nose completely with no complications as well as perform sinus surgery flawlessly. For the first time in over 5 years, I can finally breathe normally. Dr. Portnoy's bedside manner was excellent and I felt comfortable with him the moment he came in the room. He took the time to explain my options and listened to my concerns patiently and was friendly and courteous both in our initial consult and in the two times I have seen him after surgery. I felt like I was talking to an old friend as opposed to sitting in a doctor's office discussing surgery. His office staff is also exceptional and always willing to help out. In short, if you want a doctor that is not only excellent at his job, but also the kind of person you'd feel comfortable with running into outside of the office, Dr. Portnoy is your guy. read more

My family has been going to Dr. Portnoy since 2006. My husband was the first to go to him with tinnitus. My son had a deviated septum that Dr. Portnoy corrected beautifully with surgery. I've seen Dr. Portnoy for various problems: A salivary gland problem, allergies, sinus, infection and most recently, what I thought was a sinus problem, but Dr. Portnoy correctly diagnosed as TMJ. He is an astute diagnostician and an excellent surgeon. He has a caring manner, is thorough, very smart and aside from the excellent care he's given my family; I've witnesses his gentleness and patience with his older patients. His staff is wonderful. Jacob, who runs the front desk, and Jean, the office manager, have been there for years, and they are the nicest, most knowledgeable and helpful people you'll find in a physician's office. The other thing I really appreciate about the office is that it's spotlessly clean. Yes, sometimes you have to wait a bit, if there's an emergency, but most times I've seen the Doctor in less than 15 minutes. Dr. Portnoy is an exemplary physician and I highly recommend him. read more

I had been experiencing severe pain in both ears for several days when I went to see Dr. Portnoy after finding him on yelp. I had misdiagnosed myself with ear infections, but it turned out I had eczema in the canals and the skin was irritated and inflamed. I couldn't believe it and would have never been able to home treat it without Dr. Portnoy's help. His office staff is nice and they were even really helpful in dealing with an insurance situation. His office's filing system is all electronic, which made the process really smooth, especially when it came to getting a prescription. I hope I don't have to see Dr. Portnoy again anytime soon, but I'll gladly recommend him to anyone seeking a knowledgable, efficient ENT. read more

Another Yelp success. I found Dr. Portnoy through Yelp and I'm really happy I did! I suffered for a couple of years with a mean sinusitis and deviated septum (which I was not aware of prior to seeing Dr. P). From the initial check ups to eventually going through sinus/septum surgery, he was fantastic. He's a good listener, practical, great bedside manners and employees a friendly staff. My surgery went extremely well and now at 10 weeks out, my quality of life has improved vastly. I can't say enough wonderful things! read more

I had an excellent experience with Dr. Portnoy and his staff throughout my treatment. He identified the cause of my chronic sinusitis and after sinus surgery I'm able to breath clearly and already see improvements. I recommend seeing him for any ENT related issues as he is very knowledgeable, experienced and really listens to his patients. read more

Great doctor!! Very attentive, friendly, personable, and very competent! He performed a procedure to shrink the glands that were slightly blocking my nasal passage, and after a few months of healing I was breathing 10 times better. The office is very well run. I never have to wait long to see him, nor have I ever had any problems with their billing department, etc. Dr. Portnoy is an excellent doctor, and I highly recommend him!! read more

Dr. Portnoy is an absolutely outstanding ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat Doctor) who has years of experience. He is patient, bright, willing to listen, and extremely thorough. I had been having ear pains after taking Murine Ear Wax Removal System for a few days. I was able to get a same-day appointment with Dr. Portnoy to take a look and see what the problem was. To begin, his staff are some of the most polite and compassionate people I have ever met. I was greeted with a smile and filled out the small medical form that they gave me. I waited about 20 minutes to see Dr. Portnoy (which isn't really that long to wait) in a very nice waiting room with a ton of magazines to keep you occupied. Dr. Portnoy enters and immediately introduces himself with a handshake and a smile and asks me what brings me in. I explained my symptoms and he went right to work checking things that I didn't even know were related to my ears. It was by far the most thorough ear examination I have ever had. He told me what he thought the problem was but wasn't sure why it was brought on by the Murine. I was told the pain would go away after a day or two and to take Motrin in the meantime. Sure enough, it is two days later and my ears feel great. Dr. Portnoy also has an excellent Audiologist in his office who performed a hearing evaluation on me (I had mentioned that i thought my hearing my be better out of my left ear). She was very comforting and encouraging and made me feel at ease with the whole thing. Overall, everybody that I had contact with at this office was brilliant. They were all very well trained, attentive, responsive, and possibly most importantly NICE! If you are having any ear, nose or throat problems or are in need of facial plastic or reconstructive surgery (I neglected to mention that facial plastic and reconstructive surgery is one of the main focuses of the office) then this should be your first stop. You will absolutely get the attention and medical care that you need and deserve. read more

I really don't leave many reviews (I think I started my last review the same way). I found Dr Portnoy on Yelp. I thought that the reviews must have been exaggerated, but figured he still must be pretty good and figured I would check him out. I went in because I was sick and tired of getting sinus infections and always being sick. They were able to see me pretty quickly (I think it was the next day or two?). The staff was immediately welcoming and friendly. Everyone here smiles all the time! It must be a great place to work. Anyway, the doctor was so friendly and immediately told me what he thought about my situation. He sent me off for a CAT scan to confirm and when we met again, he was right. He gave me some options and we decided on moving forward with surgery for my sinusitis and deviated septum. And - can't believe I'll admit this online to strangers - I decided on a little plastic surgery. On the plastic surgery, I have to say - this man was completely no pressure. He helped me completely understand what we could realistically achieve and really wanted subtle changes that still let me look like me, but gave me the confidence I wanted. I'm now just over 5 weeks out of surgery and am so thrilled with all of the results. Not only are the results great, but the entire staff has been extremely friendly from start to finish. When I walk in the office, they all say hi to me BY NAME! They all check in on me and seem to genuinely care. Some family came in to help me out post surgery and met the staff and walked out saying that they must be the nicest doctor's office out there. I guess this is enough gushing. Point is - Dr Portnoy is an amazing doctor who knows his stuff. He's efficient yet friendly. His office is clean. His staff is welcoming. I highly recommend everyone to go see Dr Portnoy! read more

I went to Dr. Portnoy several years ago for a surgical consult for my sleep apnea. Dr. Portnoy did a thorough exam and suggested a treatment plan. Unfortunately, the surgery needed to be postponed (for medical reasons) but in the event I'm ever able to reconsider it Dr. Portnoy is the ENT doctor I would have do it. His office staff was also very helpful and facilitated all of the necessary pre-op approvals. In addition, they followed up with me as necessary (but not in a pestering kind of way). Overall, it was a very positive experience and I recommend him. read more

Dr. Portnoy is an absolute gem - a fantastic surgeon and an extremely pleasant guy. I have just finished a 4-month process to repair some airway issues I'd been having for years, and was extremely impressed by his genuine investment in improving my breathing and, thus, my life. He is extremely thorough, providing pictures, PowerPoints, diagrams, etc. so me, as the patient, felt completely comfortable with what I was having done when time for surgery came. We discussed cosmetic improvements which, in my case, I wanted to appear minimal so as not to look too much like I'd had a 'nose job' and the finished result is exactly in line with what I had in mind - symmetrical, straight, but still 'my' nose. His face lights up when you tell him your problems are going away and the procedure has worked - definitely a doctor who is in this to help people. Office staff are efficient, understanding, and pleasant as well, and I can't think of a time when I wanted more than 5 minutes before being seen in the roughly 10 times I've seen Dr. Portnoy. I couldn't recommend him more. read more