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Thomas A. Ports
5.0 out of 5 (62)
Thomas A. Ports

Thomas A. Ports, MD

Interventional Cardiology

Cardiovascular Care and Prevention Center at Mission Bay
535 Mission Bay Blvd. South,
San Francisco, CA 94158
+1 more location
(415) 353-2873
5.0 out of 5 (62)
Virtual visits available
5.0 out of 5 (62)
Virtual visits available
Cardiovascular Care and Prevention Center at Mission Bay
535 Mission Bay Blvd. South,
San Francisco, CA 94158
+1 more location
(415) 353-2873

Dr. Thomas Ports is a cardiologist who specializes in elective angioplasty, the surgical opening or repair of blood vessels. He also specializes in cardiac catheterization for acute myocardial infarction (commonly called heart attack), balloon valvuloplasty of stenotic (narrowed) valves and alcohol septal ablation in obstructive cardiomyopathy.

Since performing the first coronary angioplasty at UCSF Medical Center in 1979, Ports has accumulated vast experience in performing catheter interventions. He is frequently called upon to give second opinions in difficult cases.

Ports earned his medical degree from Ohio State University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of Chicago and a fellowship in cardiology at UCSF.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, 1979

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine, 1976

  • Fellowships

    UCSF, Cardiology, 1979

  • Residencies

    University of Chicago Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1976

  • Internship

    University of Chicago Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1974

  • Education

    Ohio State University at Columbus, 1973

  • Languages

    English

Conditions I specialize in

Treatments I provide

  • Alcohol septal ablation

  • Aortic Valve Surgery

  • Balloon aortic valvuloplasty

  • Balloon mitral valvuloplasty

  • Thrombectomy

  • Transcatheter mitral valve repair

Where I see patients (2)

    My reviews

    5.0

    Overall Experience
    62 Ratings
    About our process
    Mar 14, 2025
    Dr. Ports is an outstanding Cardiologist. He has taken care of my CAD for 25 years. I consider it an honor and privilege, to be his patient.
    Jan 31, 2025
    Dr. Thomas Ports combines an affable manner with a no nonsense review and examination. It is always a pleasure to have his attention And I think a privilege to have the benefit of his experience.
    Dec 27, 2024
    Excellent
    Nov 01, 2024
    Love my appointment
    Oct 07, 2024
    Dr Ports is highly professional, knowledgeable and friendly.
    Sep 30, 2024
    We drive 4 hours each way to see Dr. Ports. My family of Nurses learn so much about my condition thru his consultation. My Home Team has a big job and he is our star player.
    Jul 01, 2024
    30+ years of excellence
    Jun 17, 2024
    Dr Ports is the best I drive 200 miles won't see anyone but him.
    Mar 08, 2024
    The entire staff are so courteous and supportive. Dr Ports shines the brightest.
    Dec 04, 2023
    Dr Ports is wonderful. He is very caring, kind he really listens to you. Dr Ports cares about his patients and he is awesome at his job. He is a amazing doctor. I trust him . I think very highly of Dr. Ports He saved my life!I have recommended Dr, Ports and UCSF to my family and friends.
    Oct 27, 2023
    Dr Ports was easy to talk to, explained the test results and the choices that were possible for my continued care.This put me at ease, and assured me that the plan we agreed on was the best at forward.
    Sep 23, 2023
    The best doctor I have ever had. I feel fortunate to be able to consult with Dr. Ports and will be grateful for the rest of my life for his care. He truly made a significant difference in the quality of my life.
    Sep 15, 2023
    Dr Ports is e celle t in every aspect. I have been his patient for over 16 years and I feel very fortunate to be in his care
    Aug 25, 2023
    Dr Ports is personable, kind and genuinely wonderful
    Jun 09, 2023
    Sterling, in all departments.

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