Dr. Fernando Gonzales-Portillo

Name: Dr. Fernando Gonzales-Portillo
Specialty: Neurology 
Qualification/Board Certification: MD; Board certification not specified
Affiliations: AdventHealth Orlando, Orlando Health-Orlando Regional Medical Center, HCA Florida Osceola Hospital
Locations: Orlando, Florida
Languages Spoken: English
Accepting New Patients: Contact office to confirm
NPI Number: 1043284755

About the Doctor

Dr. Fernando Gonzales-Portillo is a neurologist practicing in Orlando, Florida, with more than 21 years of experience. He received his medical degree from Cayetano Heredia University, completed a transitional year internship at the University of Alabama Hospital, and finished his neurology residency at Indiana University School of Medicine. He is affiliated with multiple hospitals, including AdventHealth Orlando, Orlando Health-Orlando Regional Medical Center, and HCA Florida Osceola Hospital (high-performing in stroke). He has expertise in Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, multiple sclerosis, lower back pain, fibromyalgia and chronic pain, and epilepsy. He accepts Medicare, Medicaid, Cigna, United Healthcare, Florida Blue, and other plans.

• Graduate of Cayetano Heredia University

• Neurology residency at Indiana University School of Medicine 

• Over 21 years of clinical experience

• 2/5 patient rating from 343 reviews

• Expert in Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, multiple sclerosis, lower back pain, fibromyalgia, and epilepsy

• Affiliated with top-ranked hospitals in Florida

Education & Training

Medical School – Cayetano Heredia University
Residency – Indiana University School of Medicine, Neurology 
Fellowship/Additional Training – University of Alabama Hospital, Internship, Transitional Year 

Medical Conditions Treated

• Parkinson’s disease

• Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias

• Multiple sclerosis

• Lower back pain (neurological causes)

• Fibromyalgia and chronic pain syndromes

• Epilepsy and seizure disorders

• Headache disorders (migraine, tension, cluster) – from subspecialty

• Stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA) – from vascular neurology subspecialty

• Peripheral neuropathy

• Restless legs syndrome

Medical Procedures Performed

• Electroencephalogram (EEG) interpretation

• Nerve conduction studies and electromyography (EMG)

• Lumbar puncture (spinal tap)

• Botulinum toxin injections for migraine or spasticity

• Interpretation of brain MRI, CT, and MR angiography

• Carotid ultrasound and transcranial Doppler (vascular neurology)

• Management of acute stroke (inpatient)

• Cognitive and neurological examinations

• Medication management for epilepsy, Parkinson’s, and dementia

Services Offered

Dr. Fernando Gonzales‑Portillo provides neurological care for adults with disorders of the brain, nervous system, and vascular system. His outpatient practice focuses on the diagnosis and management of movement disorders (Parkinson’s disease), dementia (Alzheimer’s disease), multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, chronic pain syndromes (fibromyalgia, lower back pain), and headache disorders. He also has expertise in vascular neurology, managing stroke patients both acutely and for secondary prevention. Dr. Gonzales‑Portillo offers electrodiagnostic testing (EEG, EMG) and lumbar puncture when indicated. Patients are encouraged to contact the office directly to confirm insurance coverage and new patient availability, as patient experience ratings suggest some concerns with examination thoroughness, answer clarity, and follow‑up.

• Outpatient neurology consultations for memory loss, tremors, seizures, headaches, and chronic pain

• Diagnosis and management of Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders

• Alzheimer’s disease and dementia evaluation (cognitive testing, caregiver support)

• Multiple sclerosis management (disease‑modifying therapies, symptom control)

• Epilepsy management (antiseizure medications, EEG monitoring)

• Headache treatment (preventive and acute medications, Botox for chronic migraine)

• Fibromyalgia and chronic pain management (multimodal approach, medication, therapy referral)

• Lower back pain evaluation (rule out neurological causes, coordinate with spine specialists)

• Stroke prevention and post‑stroke care (carotid evaluation, antiplatelet therapy, rehabilitation referral)

• Lumbar puncture for suspected meningitis, multiple sclerosis, or normal pressure hydrocephalus

Accepted Insurances

• Cigna (HMO, PPO)

• CMS Medicare (Medicare)

• Florida Blue (HMO, PPO)

• United Healthcare (HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO)

Practice Locations

Address: 11602 Lake Underhill Rd, Orlando, FL 32825
Phone: (407) 581-8640

Hospital Affiliations

• AdventHealth Orlando – Orlando, Florida

• Orlando Health-Orlando Regional Medical Center – Orlando, Florida

• HCA Florida Osceola Hospital – Kissimmee, Florida (High Performing in Stroke)