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Summary
Dr. Travis Pollema is a thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon who specializes in complex heart and lung procedures. He earned his medical degree from Kansas City University of Medicine & Bioscience College of Osteopathic Medicine and brings 18 years of experience to his practice. His expertise encompasses cardiovascular disease, transplant surgery, and general surgery, making him well-versed in treating the most challenging cardiac conditions. Dr. Pollema communicates with patients in English.
Based at UC San Diego Health in La Jolla, California, Dr. Pollema focuses on advanced cardiac care including heart and lung transplantation. He treats patients requiring complex procedures such as lead extraction and specializes in echocardiography for complex congenital heart disease. His experience with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) allows him to provide life-saving support for patients with severe heart and lung failure.
Based at UC San Diego Health in La Jolla, California, Dr. Pollema focuses on advanced cardiac care including heart and lung transplantation. He treats patients requiring complex procedures such as lead extraction and specializes in echocardiography for complex congenital heart disease. His experience with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) allows him to provide life-saving support for patients with severe heart and lung failure.
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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
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
UC San Diego Health
9434 Medical Center DrLa Jolla, CA 92037 Tel: (858) 657-7777
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 Surgery | Surgery | Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 18 Years of Experience | 50 Years of Experience | 30 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish |
| La Jolla , CA | San Diego , CA | San Diego , CA | Chula Vista , CA |
| Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med | Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin | Med School: Jawaharlal Inst Of Post-Graduate Medical Education And Research (Jipmer) | Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Travis L. Pollema
Medical Specialties
Travis L. Pollema has the following 5 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Travis L. Pollema has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
18 Years Experience
Travis L. Pollema holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med in 2008.
NPI Number
Travis L. Pollema's NPI number is 1871752956.
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