About me
I’m Dr Emily Porter (PhD, RD), a specialist gastroenterology dietitian at The Gut Health Clinic, supporting adults with digestive conditions and gut-related health concerns. I bring over six years of clinical experience across the NHS, private practice and academic research, with a particular focus on the gut microbiome, immune health and how these influence wider health outcomes.
How I can help you?
I support people dealing with ongoing digestive symptoms, complex diagnoses, or health issues that haven’t improved with standard or generic advice.
My areas of expertise include:
- Functional gut symptoms such as bloating, diarrhoea and constipation
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Coeliac disease and gluten-related disorders
- Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD)
- Bile acid malabsorption (BAM) and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)
I also support individuals with:
- Type 2 diabetes and metabolic health
- Liver and pancreatic conditions
- Women’s health, including menopause and endometriosis
- Gut–brain and gut–immune interactions
- My approach
I take a holistic, evidence-based approach that reflects how closely gut health is connected to other systems in the body.
Rather than applying one-size-fits-all advice, I focus on understanding how your symptoms relate to your physiology, immune response and lifestyle. From there, we build a personalised plan that is realistic, effective and adaptable as your needs evolve.
A key part of my work is helping you feel more confident in your food choices, while supporting long-term health without unnecessary restriction.
Training, qualifications & experience
I began my career in academic research, completing a PhD in virology at the University of Bristol, where I explored the relationships between immune responses, viral infections and the microbiome. I now translate this scientific understanding into practical, patient-focused care.
Alongside my work at The Gut Health Clinic, I have held specialist roles within the NHS, including supporting patients with coeliac disease and type 2 diabetes. I am also a member of the healthcare panel for The IBS Network and have experience as a health and science writer, contributing to publications and conferences.
The Gut Health Clinic
I work at The Gut Health Clinic, a specialist service led by gut health scientist Dr Megan Rossi (@theguthealthdoctor). The clinic brings together a team of expert gastro dietitians with 80 years of combined clinical experience and has supported more than 5,000 clients since 2018.
We work closely with GPs, gastroenterologists and other healthcare professionals to ensure your care is fully integrated and aligned with your wider medical needs.
- Registered Dietitian (RD), HCPC and British Dietetic Association (BDA)
- Member of the Gastroenterology Specialist Group (BDA)
- PhD in Virology, University of Bristol
- PgDip Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Chester
- BSc (Hons) Bioveterinary Science (First Class), University of Liverpool
- Over six years’ experience across NHS, private practice and research
Specialist experience in gastroenterology, metabolic health and microbiome research - Member of the healthcare panel for The IBS Network
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The HCPC are an independent, UK-wide health regulator. They set standards of professional training, performance and conduct for 14 professions.
They keep a register of health professionals who meet their standards, and they take action if registered health professionals fall below those standards. They were created by a piece of legislation called the Health Professions Order 2001.
Registration means that a health professional meets national standards for their professional training, performance and conduct.
Nutrition topics
info Information about health conditions (*)
Nutritional therapy can help enhance the well-being of individuals diagnosed with serious medical conditions, but should not take the place of medical treatment and advice. If you have been diagnosed with - or suspect you may have - any of these conditions, please speak to your doctor before starting nutritional therapy or making any major changes to your diet or lifestyle.
Fees
£115.00 - £175.00
Further information
Client feedback
“Speaking to Emily was extremely helpful… she quickly understood my condition and gave me a wide range of practical strategies.”
Doctify verified 5-star review, March 2026
“Emily’s understanding and reassurance left me feeling confident and empowered… after decades of chronic IBS, I finally have a clearer path forward.”
Doctify verified 5-star review, February 2026
“I was so blown away… Emily was incredible. I came out of my appointment feeling like a completely different person, my anxiety melted away.”
Doctify verified 5-star review, February 2025
