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Dr. Paul Polishuk, MD

Dr. Paul Polishuk, MD

Urology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Polishuk, MD is a urologist in Escondido, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Polishuk has extensive experience in Urinary Conditions and Urinary Calculi & Removal. He graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido and Palomar Medical Center Escondido. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Locations

Palomar Health Medical Group - Graybill

Urology225 E 2nd Ave Ste 102 Escondido, CA 92025
1
New Patient?
(858) 437-9941

Dr. Polishuk is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Polishuk specializes in the area of Urology. See board certifications
  • TrustworthyPatients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Polishuk's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Polishuk

3.9

20 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
5%
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1 Star
25%
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Jul 07, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Judy Bender – Feb 13, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

The Patient is number one!

biography

Paul V. Polishuk, MD, MS, is a board certified Urologist. He has been practicing in Escondido since 1998.

Dr. Polishuk enjoys practicing all areas of Urology. He enjoys getting to know his male and female patients, and helping them...
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  • Urology

  • Urologic Oncology

  • Prostate Oncology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Wisconsin-madison

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Wisconsin Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1998
  • Creighton University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
Urology
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Dr. Polishuk is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

  • Doctor of the Year - T8 - 2010, 8/1/2010

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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Palomar Medical Center Poway

    15615 Pomerado Rd
    Poway, CA 92064
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido

    555 E Valley Pkwy
    Escondido, CA 92025
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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  • Palomar Medical Center Escondido

    2185 Citracado Pkwy
    Escondido, CA 92029
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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