Clay Shorter, PA-C received a Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic Training from Brigham Young University. He then completed his Physician Assistant training receiving a Master of Medical Science degree from Yale University. Upon completion of his PA training, Clay returned to his hometown of Lynchburg, VA to begin working with The Orthopedic Center of Central Virginia/OrthoVirginia. After more than 8 years in Virginia, he relocated to Arizona in 2018 to begin working with Dr. Steven Porter.
Clay Shorter, PA-C received a Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic Training from Brigham Young University. He then completed his Physician Assistant training receiving a Master of Medical Science degree from Yale University. Upon completion of his PA training, Clay returned to his hometown of Lynchburg, VA to begin working with The Orthopedic Center of Central Virginia/OrthoVirginia. After more than 8 years in Virginia, he relocated to Arizona in 2018 to begin working with Dr. Steven Porter.
Clay Shorter, PA-C received a Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic Training from Brigham Young University. He then completed his Physician Assistant training receiving a Master of Medical Science degree from Yale University. Upon completion of his PA training, Clay returned to his hometown of Lynchburg, VA to begin working with The Orthopedic Center of Central Virginia/OrthoVirginia. After more than 8 years in Virginia, he relocated to Arizona in 2018 to begin working with Dr. Steven Porter.
Clay has experience in general orthopedics, but has focused mostly on sports medicine throughout his career. He has received training on the use of ultrasound for examination and guided procedures.
Outside of the office, Clay spends most of his time outside of work with his wife and 5 children. However, if he can steal away to the garage, he enjoys woodworking and building/repairing things.
Clay’s Patient Philosophy
“I believe that care should be the main focus of each patient interaction. I strives to take time to listen to, answer questions from, educate, and develop treatment plans with each patient.”
Always takes time to explain the procedure and answer your questions.
Clay is very professional. Very informative. Very curteous. Excellent in explaining all details of condition.
He was very patient, answered all my questions and helped me make the right choice for my treatment. He made sure that I was aware of all the options available for my diagnosis.
Very kind and smart!
Clay is amazing! I trust him 100% with my health care. I have had a steroid injection in my knee with him, and now a gel injection, he’s the best!! I recommend him and Dr Porter to all my family and friends!
Very knowledgeable and explains what options are available to treat pain.
He was amazing at coming up with an effective treatment plan and so kind and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend!
He is courteous, kind, funny, and knowledgeable! So easy to talk to and he listens if I have any questions
I’ve been going to Clay for several years. He is always willing to sit and listen to my concerns. I would highly recommend him, he’s excellent!
Took time to discuss my concerns. Was courteous and explained things without sounding condescending.