Tenielle M. Porter is a Neurologist who works out of Joondalup in Perth, WA. Her practice is at 270 Joondalup Drive, Joondalup, WA 6027. Neurology can feel complicated from the outside, but the goal is simple: listen to what is happening, take it step by step, and help people make sense of symptoms.
Tenielle looks after people with conditions that affect the brain, nerves, and how the body works day to day. This can include memory and thinking problems, such as Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. In many cases, symptoms build slowly. At other times, families notice changes quite suddenly. Either way, Tenielle helps families sort through what is going on and what options might help.
She also supports people dealing with movement and brain-related conditions, including Huntington disease. These conditions can bring changes that affect daily life, mood, and coordination. Getting the right plan early can make a big difference for comfort and safety, and Tenielle focuses on practical next steps.
Speech and communication can be a major part of care too. Tenielle works with developmental dysphasia and helps people who struggle with language and getting words out clearly. For some families, it is about finding the right supports and understanding patterns. For others, it is about working out what to do next when progress feels slow.
Neurological care can also involve tumours and other serious problems. Based on the types of patients she sees, this can include conditions like embryonal tumour with multilayered rosettes and neuroblastoma. These cases often need careful monitoring and clear communication between the people involved in treatment. At times, there can be a lot to take in, so she keeps conversations grounded and easy to follow.
Some people are referred for other related health issues as well. For example, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is sometimes part of a broader picture when symptoms overlap or share triggers. Tenielle’s approach is to look at the whole story, not just one piece.
Overall, the work is about steady care. Tenielle helps people and their support people understand symptoms, discuss what tests or follow-up may be needed, and plan ongoing management in a calm, realistic way. There’s no rush to judge or assume. Over time, the aim is to build a plan that fits the person in front of her.
