Summary

Dr. James Polega is an internal medicine physician specializing in infectious disease and pediatrics. He earned his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and brings nine years of clinical experience to his practice. His unique combination of specialties allows him to care for patients of all ages who face complex infectious conditions.

Dr. Polega practices at several prominent Grand Rapids healthcare facilities, including Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital, Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, and Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital. He focuses on treating serious infections like sepsis in both adults and children, including newborns who require specialized care. His expertise includes performing comprehensive blood work and metabolic testing to diagnose and monitor infectious conditions. Dr. Polega also provides immunology services to help patients build resistance against various diseases.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 9 years of experience
  • Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine
  • 3 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Robert Polega has 3 locations

Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital

200 Jefferson Ave SeGrand Rapids, MI 49503

Corewell Health Medical Group Infectious Disease Michigan Street

230 Michigan St NE Ste 230Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital

100 Michigan St NeGrand Rapids, MI 49503

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInfectious DiseasePediatrics
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9 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Grand Rapids , MILyons , COGrand Rapids , MIJenison , MI
Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. James Robert Polega has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Robert Polega has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Infectious Disease
  • Pediatrics
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

9 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Michigan, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Michigan State University College Of Human MedicineGraduated in 2017

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Dr. James Polega is affiliated with Select Specialty Hospital Spectrum Health, Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital, Corewell Health Helen Devos Childrens Hospital, and Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals A.
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Dr. James Polega's office is located at 200 Jefferson Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503.
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