4.2
16 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Octavius Polk is a pulmonologist and critical care medicine specialist with nearly five decades of experience treating patients with complex respiratory conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed his residency at Howard University Hospital. Dr. Polk is fluent in both Spanish and English.
Dr. Polk practices at multiple locations throughout Washington, DC, including Bridgepoint Hospital Capitol Hill and Howard University Hospital. He specializes in caring for patients with COPD and chronic lung disease, particularly those with additional health complications. His expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing and interpreting chest CT scans to diagnose and monitor respiratory conditions. Patients have given Dr. Polk an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Polk practices at multiple locations throughout Washington, DC, including Bridgepoint Hospital Capitol Hill and Howard University Hospital. He specializes in caring for patients with COPD and chronic lung disease, particularly those with additional health complications. His expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing and interpreting chest CT scans to diagnose and monitor respiratory conditions. Patients have given Dr. Polk an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 48 years of experience
- 43 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, English
- Howard University Hospital
- 3 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 11 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Octavius Douglas Polk has 3 locationsPulmonary Critical Care Associates Pc
1160 Varnum St NE Ste 214Washington, DC 20017 Tel: (202) 526-5491
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Accepts New Patients | |||
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| Speaks Spanish, English | |||
| Washington , DC | Washington , DC | Philadelphia , PA | Washington , DC |
| Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine | Med School: Harvard Medical School | Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University College Of Medicine | Med School: Ben-Gurion University Of The Negev Faculty Of Health Sciences |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Octavius Douglas Polk
Medical Specialties
Dr. Octavius Douglas Polk has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Octavius Douglas Polk has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
48 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, District Of Columbia, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Howard University Hospital
Medical School
University Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated in 1978
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