Joshua Policella, MD
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The doctor started our discussion with his thoughts about what was going on, without hearing the back story first. So he led with saying he thought I had heart failure, which was terrifying to hear. After hearing my story he back pedaled on that, but still said he thought heart failure was in my future. When I went home I googled my condition (grade 1 diastolic dysfunction), and learned that many or most people over [omitted] have this, and most are unaffected by it. I still feel a bit traumatized ands not sure of what it really means. And his write up in my chart was much less dire as well. He could have managed the conversation in a much more caring and sympathetic way than he did.
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I didnt get any help with my pain or fingers at all. I was referred to get x rays in which I already knew needed to happen. He was of 0 help. Now I have to go buy my own supplies to wrap my fingers up. No help at all from him. I should have never come in the first place.
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Per his comments, he had reviewed my record.
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Doctor rushed through meeting.
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I liked the way the doctor focused on the facts and discussed the possible scenarios.
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I was not feeling well at all...and upset and worried about an upcoming trip to help family in RI deal with a major surgery. Dr Policella listened to my concerns and was very thoughtful and understanding about my situation. I was very relieved to get such a caring response from someone I hadn't met before. I am feeling so much better right now and getting ready for my trip. It was a good experience.
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I don't know if he had my records.
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The doctor did an excellent job of diagnosing my ailment and coming up with very good remedies.
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I dont know this doctor , first time I met him. Cant recommend
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Dr Policella listened to my needs and concerns.
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He didn't do a physical exam nor address the extreme cramping or short menstrual cycle. He seemed to only address some concerns and in a very nonchalant manner. I was not actively doubled over in pain like I was half an hour earlier but all attempts at telemedicine the night before were referring me to the ER. So if it was that concerning, I don't know why all of a sudden it wasn't that big of a deal.
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Very happy patient.
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Excellent first time experience - listened to my concerns and explained treatment options
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Good
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It was all good
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What I like about this Doctor is that after examination, he always takes the time to listen to me and my concerns. He explained to me that another medication that I take, ( humira), can cause whacky things to happen with regards to my immunity system
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I made the appointment to discuss a pain that I had behind my left shoulder blade. Although this is my shoulder blade, I made it clear that I'd had disc Issues In my neck In the past that caused nerve Issues and wanted to find out if the pain I'm currently experiencing was caused by this as well. I also mentioned that I recently started feeling tingling through my shoulder, armpit and chest. Clearly there is some kind of nerve issue. I learned online that pinched nerves in the neck can create back pain. I mentioned this, but my clinician seemed convinced that it was simply a shoulder issue. I had an xray that was only for my shoulder. No images were taken of my neck. I was still feeling pain and tingling from my back to chest, but because the images showed just moderate arthritis, he felt I just needed to go to physical therapy. Given all the information I shared about my history of neck disc degeneration, the pain and tingling I was experiencing, and that mild arthritis wouldn't cause the symptoms I was experiencing, he should've at least had images taken of my neck just to be sure. Instead, he quickly diagnosed the problem before even seeing the shoulder images. Also, there was no further discussion about any other possibilities.Ultimately I went to another doctor the next day, who did listen to what I shared. He even looked at past doctor visits where my neck was examined. This led him to get images of my shoulder and neck, which led to a diagnosis of neck issues causing pain behind my shoulder blade. Due to your doctors need to rush through things and not consider the details I was sharing. I will not be going back to him.
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The doctor had studied my history and X-rays before my Appointment. Very impressive.
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Very positive. Identified my concerns regarding Bp and medication I was taking . Understood my confusion about Bp expectations.
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About Joshua Policella, MD
Joshua Policella, MD is a family medicine physician who provides primary care in Seattle, WA. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Policella partners with patients on everyday health and preventive care. He focuses on clear communication and a supportive care experience.Gender
Male
Board certifications
American Board of Family Medicine
Employed or contracted
Employed
Network Name
The Polyclinic
NPI
1093275141
Hospital affiliations
Swedish Medical Center - First Hill
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Education
Medical School
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Medical School for International Health
Residency
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Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
New Orleans, LA
Internship
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Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
New Orleans, LA
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