Summary

Dr. Michael Pottash is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospice and palliative medicine. He earned his medical degree from the Ruth and Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine at the Technion Israel Institute of Technology and completed his residency at Jacobi Medical Center. With 14 years of medical experience, Dr. Pottash focuses on providing compassionate care for patients facing serious illnesses. He speaks English fluently.

Dr. Pottash practices at MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. His expertise includes managing complex conditions such as constipation and cancer-related constipation, as well as caring for patients with respiratory failure. He specializes in hospice care and palliative care services, helping patients and families navigate difficult medical situations with dignity and comfort.

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Quick Facts

  • 14 years of experience
  • 9 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Jacobi Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Medstar Washington Hospital Center

110 Irving St NwWashington, DC 20010

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Med School: TECHNION ISRAEL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Med School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine Med School: University Of Pikeville - Kentucky College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Joel Pottash

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Priority Partners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Joel Pottash has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Joel Pottash has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Hospice & Palliative Med (internal Med)
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

14 Years Experience

Dr. Michael Joel Pottash holds an active medical license in the state of District Of Columbia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Jacobi Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from TECHNION ISRAEL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY and Ruth And Bruce Rappaport Fac Of Med Technion Israel Inst Of Technology in 2012.

NPI Number

Dr. Pottash's NPI number is 1821359290.

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What languages does Dr. Michael Pottash speak?
Dr. Michael Pottash speaks English.
Where is Dr. Michael Pottash's office located?
Dr. Michael Pottash's office is located at 110 Irving St Nw, Washington, DC, 20010.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Pottash affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Pottash is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center.

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