Medical School
Ross University School of Medicine-Portsmouth Dominica, West Indies.
Residency
Internal Medicine – Cleveland Clinic Florida- Weston, FL.
Fellowship
Nephrology – Vanderbilt University Medical Center-Nashville, TN.
Bio
Dr. Gilda Melissa Portalatin, a bilingual nephrologist, brings a rich background in internal medicine and nephrology to Florida Kidney Physicians. After earning her Doctor of Medicine from Ross University and completing her internal medicine residency at Cleveland Clinic Florida, Dr. Portalatin pursued a nephrology fellowship at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where she also served as Chief Fellow and co-directed pathology biopsy conferences.
Her clinical expertise is complemented by significant research contributions and poster presentations at leading conferences. Dr. Portalatin’s work spans various aspects of nephrology, from acute kidney injury to innovative treatment approaches. Notable publications include studies on diabetic kidney biopsy findings and ketogenic diet shake-related nephritis.
Dr. Portalatin is dedicated to advancing patient care and improving outcomes through continuous learning and professional development. Her commitment to excellence is reflected in her recognitions, including the Nephrology Professionalism Award and the FL ACP Women in Medicine Recognition. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Dr. Portalatin enhances patient communication and access to care.
In terms of hobbies, she loves to cook, stay active, whether outdoors, hiking, or going to the gym, travel as much as she can, and spend time with her family.