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Dr. Douglas Politoske, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 67
Dr. Douglas Politoske, MD
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Dr. Douglas Politoske, MD is a Gastroenterologist in San Diego, CA.
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Dr. Douglas Politoske, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 67
San Diego, CA
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41 years of experience
Dr. Douglas Politoske, MD is a Gastroenterologist in San Diego, CA.

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Dr. Politoske graduated from Temple University. Dr. Douglas Politoske, MD is a Gastroenterologist in San Diego, CA and has 41 years experience. Dr. Politoske currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital and Sharp Grossmont Hospital. Dr. Politoske has experience treating conditions like Hepatitis C and Familial Adenomatous Polyposis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Politoske received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 14 times. Dr. Politoske's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Politoske is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Hepatitis C
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Constipation
Hepatitis C
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Constipation
Hepatitis C
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Constipation
Abdominal Pain
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Celiac Disease
Chronic Gastritis
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Polyp
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Dysphagia
Enteritis
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Varices
Esophagitis
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroptosis
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis B
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Pancreatitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Splenomegaly
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Vitamin_Deficiency
Vomiting Disorders
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Liver Biopsy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Acute Gastritis
Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bile Duct Obstruction
Biliary Cirrhosis
Cholangitis
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Cyclical Vomiting
Dehydration
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenal Cancer
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Ulcer
Folate Deficiency Anemia
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastroparesis
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hereditary Amyloidosis
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Indigestion
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Intestinal Obstruction
Malnutrition
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Peptic Ulcer
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Ulcer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Sphingolipidosis
Spleen Cyst
Stomach Stenosis
Stomal Ulcer
Viral Hepatitis
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Colon Cancer Screening
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Endoscopy
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Puncture Aspiration
Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound, Endoanal
Ultrasound, Esophageal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

Insurance Accepted

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    CA Healthnet PPO
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  • Statewide - AZ EPO
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    Platinum 90 PPO
    Silver 70 PPO
    Bronze 60 SHOP PPO
  • Blue Card PPO

Locations

  1. 1 San Diego Dig Dis Consult R Snyder
    8008 Frost St Ste 200, San Diego, CA 92123
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 292-7527
  2. 2 Sharp Memorial Hospital
    7901 Frost St, San Diego, CA 92123
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 939-3400

Patient Satisfaction

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4.4
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Sep 23, 2021
Dr. Politoske is a great doctor that helped me. He is thoughtful and listens well. He is not rushed for time like so many other doctors. I would highly recommend him.
Dean B. — Sep 23, 2021
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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Temple University
    1983
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Douglas Politoske, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Politoske's profile.

Dr. Politoske frequently treats the following conditions: Hepatitis C and Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Douglas Politoske, MD is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital and Sharp Grossmont Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Douglas Politoske, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Sharp Memorial Hospital

    7901 Frost St, San Diego, CA

  • Sharp Coronado Hospital

    250 Prospect Pl, Coronado, CA

  • Sharp Grossmont Hospital

    5555 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA