Dr. Travis M. Polk
Overview
Travis M. Polk, MD, specializes in trauma surgery and general surgery and is board-certified in surgery and surgical critical care by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Polk completed his fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania, residency at the Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and medical degree at the Uniformed Services University.
His top areas of expertise are Ear Barotrauma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, and Subdural Hematoma.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 42 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
3601 5th Avenue, Suite 6B, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Travis M. Polk
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Travis M. Polk?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Travis M. Polk by calling their office at 412-647-3065. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Travis M. Polk a top-rated expert for Ear Barotrauma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Travis M. Polk is classified as an Experienced expert for Ear Barotrauma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Travis M. Polk specialize in?
While Dr. Travis M. Polk is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Ear Barotrauma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, and Delirium. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Travis M. Polk participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Travis M. Polk has published 42 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ear Barotrauma. You can view a list of Dr. Travis M. Polk's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Travis M. Polk accept my insurance?
Dr. Travis M. Polk accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-647-3065 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Polk isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- DeliriumDr. Polk isExperienced. Learn about Delirium.
- Ear BarotraumaDr. Polk isExperienced. Learn about Ear Barotrauma.
- Subcutaneous EmphysemaDr. Polk isExperienced. Learn about Subcutaneous Emphysema.
- Subdural HematomaDr. Polk isExperienced. Learn about Subdural Hematoma.