meet our team
Rachel Savard, APRN, PNP-PC
Nurse Practitioner
Languages spoken:
English
Q&A with Rachel
What is your favorite animated movie or cartoon?
My favorite animated movie is Peter Pan, because it reminds you that you are never to old to dream.
What is your favorite children's book and why?
Corduroy; it shows that true friends accept us for who we are, flaws and all.
What was your favorite childhood toy?
Barbies. My sister and I would spend hours using our imagination and expressing our creativity. Barbie can do and be anything!
Who is your greatest inspiration and why?
My greatest inspiration is my mother. She has worked so hard towards helping my siblings and I achieve our goals and has always been very selfless.
What are your hobbies and interests outside of work?
Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my husband and 2 children going to the zoo and Disney! I also enjoy going to Orlando City Soccer games, reading, going to the beach and crafting.
What inspired you to work in pediatrics?
I was inspired to pursue pediatrics after my cousin had a premature baby who spent weeks in the NICU. Seeing the dedication of the medical team and the impact they had on both the baby and the family left a lasting impression on me. Working in the NICU myself further deepened my passion—I found it incredibly meaningful to care for such vulnerable patients.
What unique qualities, skills, or services set you apart, and how do you build a positive rapport with patients and their families?
One of the qualities that truly sets me apart in patient care is my ability to listen with intention and empathy. Becoming a parent myself has further shaped my approach to care. Having children has taught me patience, compassion, and the importance of being present, especially in emotionally charged situations. These experiences have deepened my empathy and enhanced my ability to connect with patients and their families on a more personal level.
Doctorate in Nursing from the University of Florida in Gainesville, FL (2021)
Nursing School (Bachelor):
University of Central Florida (2014)
Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners
De. Porter is amazing.
De. Porter is amazing
Cora C.
I love this clinic.
Thank you for such a wonderful care. I love this clinic. I will keep bringing my child here. The doctor is amazing. The staff and nurse are great!
M M.
Dr Harris is a great physician and caring person.
Dr Harris is a great physician and caring person. I wouldn’t take my son to anyone else
Joshua G.
Dr Ross was excellent fabulous doctor.
Dr Ross was excellent fabulous doctor.
Richard D.
Great place to take your little ones.
Dr. Ross was absolutely fantastic! The front staff was knowledgeable, very helpful and friendly. Great place to take your little ones
Katie M.
Great office, the staff is amazing!
Great office, the staff is amazing!
Kendra S.
always have a great experience.
We’ve been coming here since our kids were born and always have a great experience. Wonderful doctors and staff who truly care — highly recommend.
Courtney L.
Love Dr Ross porter he was great and observant.
Love Dr Ross porter he was great and observant. He kept my son aware of what he was doing and answered all his questions. He's very quizative. Thank you and please aquire more Dr's like this man.
Jenna B.
The staff and Dr. Harris are very attentive and helpful.
I’ve been taking my son here for 13 years and he is 14. The staff and Dr. Harris are very attentive and helpful. I have zero complaints.
Brandi F.
Dr. porter and staff were all great!!!
Dr. porter and staff were all great!!!
Faith W.
First time with Dr. Porter.
First time with Dr. Porter, but we loved him! Nurses were fantastic!
A O.
I appreciate for your help with my daughter adanna.
I appreciate for your help with my daughter adanna
Rebecca M.
Dr Porter is most compassionate, hilarious smart doctor I’ve ever met.
Right from checking in- Taylor & Michelle were friendly & extremely helpful. Then as we’re called back the Ma was fantastic! Dr Porter is most compassionate, hilarious smart doctor I’ve ever met!
Desiree K.
Great and easy experience.
Great and easy experience
Shimone H.
Caring and thorough, couldn’t ask for anything more!
I have been bringing my kids here forever and passed it on to my grandkids! Caring and thorough, couldn’t ask for anything more!
Rhonda T.
Doc was on point with my children.
Very polite & friendly. Doc was on point with my children
greysha s.
Professional and listens to the patients concerns.
Professional and listens to the patients concerns
Christy V.
We are so happy to take our beautiful teen in this office.
We are so happy to take our beautiful teen in this office. From the front office to the Drs are very professional and respectful with special needs kids.
Sofia D.
Dr Keane is always very informative and kind.
Dr Keane is always very informative and kind. Answers all our questions.
Diane G.
I recommend Pediatric Associates.
I recommend Pediatric Associates. My children has been going there for years. Dr. Porter is very nice and professional!!!
Charnisha S.
De. Porter is amazing.
De. Porter is amazing
Cora C.
I love this clinic.
Thank you for such a wonderful care. I love this clinic. I will keep bringing my child here. The doctor is amazing. The staff and nurse are great!
M M.
Dr Harris is a great physician and caring person.
Dr Harris is a great physician and caring person. I wouldn’t take my son to anyone else
Joshua G.
Dr Ross was excellent fabulous doctor.
Dr Ross was excellent fabulous doctor.
Richard D.
Great place to take your little ones.
Dr. Ross was absolutely fantastic! The front staff was knowledgeable, very helpful and friendly. Great place to take your little ones
Katie M.
Great office, the staff is amazing!
Great office, the staff is amazing!
Kendra S.
always have a great experience.
We’ve been coming here since our kids were born and always have a great experience. Wonderful doctors and staff who truly care — highly recommend.
Courtney L.
Love Dr Ross porter he was great and observant.
Love Dr Ross porter he was great and observant. He kept my son aware of what he was doing and answered all his questions. He's very quizative. Thank you and please aquire more Dr's like this man.
Jenna B.
The staff and Dr. Harris are very attentive and helpful.
I’ve been taking my son here for 13 years and he is 14. The staff and Dr. Harris are very attentive and helpful. I have zero complaints.
Brandi F.
Dr. porter and staff were all great!!!
Dr. porter and staff were all great!!!
Faith W.
First time with Dr. Porter.
First time with Dr. Porter, but we loved him! Nurses were fantastic!
A O.
I appreciate for your help with my daughter adanna.
I appreciate for your help with my daughter adanna
Rebecca M.
Dr Porter is most compassionate, hilarious smart doctor I’ve ever met.
Right from checking in- Taylor & Michelle were friendly & extremely helpful. Then as we’re called back the Ma was fantastic! Dr Porter is most compassionate, hilarious smart doctor I’ve ever met!
Desiree K.
Great and easy experience.
Great and easy experience
Shimone H.
Caring and thorough, couldn’t ask for anything more!
I have been bringing my kids here forever and passed it on to my grandkids! Caring and thorough, couldn’t ask for anything more!
Rhonda T.
Doc was on point with my children.
Very polite & friendly. Doc was on point with my children
greysha s.
Professional and listens to the patients concerns.
Professional and listens to the patients concerns
Christy V.
We are so happy to take our beautiful teen in this office.
We are so happy to take our beautiful teen in this office. From the front office to the Drs are very professional and respectful with special needs kids.
Sofia D.
Dr Keane is always very informative and kind.
Dr Keane is always very informative and kind. Answers all our questions.
Diane G.
I recommend Pediatric Associates.
I recommend Pediatric Associates. My children has been going there for years. Dr. Porter is very nice and professional!!!
Charnisha S.