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Dr. Octavius Polk Jr, MD

Pulmonary Disease* Age 71
Dr. Octavius Polk Jr, MD
5.0 (2 Ratings)

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Dr. Octavius Polk Jr, MD is a Pulmonologist in Washington, DC.
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Dr. Octavius Polk Jr, MD

Pulmonary Disease* Age 71
Washington, DC
Accepting new patients
46 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Octavius Polk Jr, MD is a Pulmonologist in Washington, DC.

About

Dr. Polk Jr graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine in 1978 and completed a residency at Howard University Hospital.Dr. Octavius Polk Jr, MD is a Pulmonologist in Washington, DC and has 46 years experience. Dr. Polk Jr currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Howard University Hospital and MedStar Washington Hospital Center. Dr. Polk Jr has experience treating conditions like Shortness of Breath, Sarcoidosis and Pulmonary Embolism among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Polk Jr received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. Dr. Polk Jr's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Polk Jr is board certified in Critical Care Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Shortness of Breath
Sarcoidosis
Pulmonary Embolism
Shortness of Breath
Sarcoidosis
Pulmonary Embolism
Shortness of Breath
Sarcoidosis
Pulmonary Embolism
Asthma
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Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Chest Pain
Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Interstitial Lung Disease
Pleural Effusion
Pneumonia
Pulmonary Hypertension
Respiratory Failure
Sleep Apnea
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
Sleep Study
Abdominal Pain
Acidosis
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Acute Bronchitis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Respiratory Infection
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Alkalosis
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Breast Cancer
Bronchiectasis
Bronchiolitis
Bronchitis
Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis
Bronchospasm
Cholangiocarcinoma
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Chronic Bronchiolitis
Chronic Bronchitis
Chronic Pulmonary Embolism
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Cough
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Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Emphysema
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gallstones
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
Hypoxemia
Influenza (Flu)
Liver Cancer
Lung Abscess
Lung Cancer
Lung Nodule
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Partial Lung Collapse
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Pneumoconiosis and Pneumonopathy
Pneumonitis
Pneumonitis (Due to Solids or Liquids)
Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
Pulmonary Edema
Rheumatoid Lung Disease
Scleroderma
Secondary Malignancies
Swine Flu
Thyroid Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Wheezing
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Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
Endoscopic Biopsy Bronchus Robotic Assist
Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation
Respiratory Management
Thoracentesis

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Locations

  1. 1 Pulmonary Critical Care Associates PC
    1160 Varnum St NE Ste 214, Washington, DC 20017
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (202) 526-5491
  2. 2 Dimensions Health Associates dba Univ. of Maryland Capital Region
    251 National Harbor Blvd Fl 5, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (301) 618-2273
  3. 3 Office
    2041 Georgia Ave NW Ste 5100, Washington, DC 20060
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (202) 865-1901

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Oct 03, 2019
Dr. Polk is knowledgable, thorough, and truly kind hearted. He gives great care to is patients.
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Specialties*
Pulmonary Disease
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Mississippi School of Medicine
    1978
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Howard University Hospital
    1979
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Howard University Hospital
    1981
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • howard university hospital|MD Inst Emer Med Surg
    1983
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Octavius Polk Jr, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Polk Jr's profile.

Dr. Polk Jr frequently treats the following conditions: Shortness of Breath, Sarcoidosis and Pulmonary Embolism. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Octavius Polk Jr, MD is affiliated with Howard University Hospital and MedStar Washington Hospital Center.

Yes, Dr. Octavius Polk Jr, MD holds board certification in Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Howard University Hospital

    2041 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC

  • MedStar Washington Hospital Center

    110 Irving St NW, Washington, DC