Summary

Dr. Travis Pollema is a thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon specializing in complex heart and lung procedures, including transplant surgery. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Kansas City University of Medicine & Bioscience College of Osteopathic Medicine and brings 18 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Pollema is fluent in English.

Dr. Pollema practices at UC San Diego Health in La Jolla, California. He specializes in treating complex heart conditions using advanced techniques like echocardiography for congenital heart disease and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). His surgical expertise includes performing lead extractions and utilizing chest imaging procedures such as fluoroscopy and X-rays to guide treatment decisions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 18 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med
  • 5 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

UC San Diego Health

9434 Medical Center DrLa Jolla, CA 92037
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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Thoracic SurgeryDiagnostic RadiologyEmergency MedicineAnesthesiology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
18 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
La Jolla , CASan Diego , CAPittsburgh , PASan Diego , CA
Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Arizona College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Travis L. Pollema

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Brand New Day - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Empire Plan
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Presbyterian Health Plan/Presbyterian Insurance Company
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Travis L. Pollema has the following 5 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Travis L. Pollema has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Cardiologist
  • General Surgeon
  • General Surgery
  • Thoracic Surgeon
  • Transplant Surgeon

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic MedGraduated in 2008

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Travis Pollema speak?
Dr. Travis Pollema speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Travis Pollema?
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Does Dr. Travis Pollema accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Travis Pollema accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Travis Pollema's office located?
Dr. Travis Pollema's office is located at 9434 Medical Center Dr, La Jolla, CA, 92037.
Does Dr. Travis Pollema accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Travis Pollema accepts on their Vitals profile.

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