Summary

Dr. Douglas Politoske is an internal medicine physician who specializes in gastroenterology, bringing over four decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and completed his residency at United States Naval Medical Center. With 43 years of experience treating digestive health conditions, Dr. Politoske has developed extensive knowledge in managing complex gastrointestinal disorders. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Politoske practices at Palomar Medical Center and maintains offices in San Diego and Poway, California. He focuses on treating serious conditions such as colon polyps, gastrointestinal cancer, and liver cancer. His expertise includes performing infusion therapy and chemotherapy for cancer patients, along with conducting comprehensive blood tests to monitor patient health. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 on Vitals, reflecting their experiences with his care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 43 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • United States Naval Medical Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Douglas A Politoske has 5 locations

San Diego Digestive Disease Consultants Inc

8008 Frost St Ste 200San Diego, CA 92123
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

San Diego Digestive Disease

8008 Frost StSan Diego, CA 92123

San Diego Digestive Disease Consultants Inc

15611 Pomerado Rd Ste 500Poway, CA 92064
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Palomar Medical Center

15615 Pomerado RdPoway, CA 92064

Sharp Rees-Stealy Frost Street

8008 Frost St Ste 200San Diego, CA 92123

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, French, Bambara Speaks English, Spanish
San Diego , CATigard , ORKaty , TXScottsdale , AZ
Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Douglas A Politoske

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • GEHA
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Douglas A Politoske has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Douglas A Politoske has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Gastroenterology
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

United States Naval Medical Center

Medical School

Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple UniversityGraduated in 1983

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Douglas Politoske affiliated with?
Dr. Douglas Politoske is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center.
Does Dr. Douglas Politoske accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Douglas Politoske accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Douglas Politoske's office located?
Dr. Douglas Politoske's office is located at 8008 Frost St Ste 200, San Diego, CA, 92123.
What languages does Dr. Douglas Politoske speak?
Dr. Douglas Politoske speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Douglas Politoske accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Douglas Politoske has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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