Summary

Dr. Douglas Politoske has practiced internal medicine and gastroenterology for 43 years and is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center. He completed his residency at the United States Naval Medical Center and sees patients in San Diego and Poway, California. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Politoske 3.69 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

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
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

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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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Tamil Speaks English
San Diego , CAUpland , CAPalo Alto , CALyons , CO
Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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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

Completed their residency at United States Naval Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University in 1983.

NPI Number

Dr. Politoske's NPI number is 1528077740.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Douglas Politoske accepting new patients?
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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.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Douglas Politoske?
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Does Dr. Douglas Politoske accept my insurance?
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