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Dr. Bruce Pollock, MD

Neurosurgery*
5.0 (2)
Map Pin Small Rochester, MN
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience
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Overview of Dr. Bruce Pollock, MD

Dr. Bruce Pollock, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in Rochester, MN. They specialize in Neurosurgery, has 35 years of experience, and is board certified in Neurosurgery. They graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine and is affiliated with Mayo Clinic - Rochester. Dr. Pollock, completed a residency at Presbyterian University Hospital|University Health Center of Pittsburgh. Patients rated Dr. Pollock an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Pollock works at Mayo Clinic - Minnesota in Rochester, MN. They frequently treat conditions like Cancer of Cerebral Meninges, Brain Cancer and Pituitary Gland Cancer along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Pollock's Office Locations

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    MN - Neuro Surgery
    200 1st St SW, Rochester, MN 55905 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (507) 923-2592

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Cancer of Cerebral Meninges
Brain Cancer
Pituitary Gland Cancer
Hypothalamus Cancer
Meningiomas
Brain Surgery
Destruction of Brain Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of Brain
Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
Cerebral Edema
Chiari Malformation Type 1
Chiari's Deformity
Pituitary Tumor
Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Nerve Ablation
Nerve Destruction by Neurolytic Agent
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Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
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Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Brain Disorders
Brain Injury
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Cerebrovascular Disease
Cervical Stenosis
Chordoma
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Cranial Nerve Cancer
Cranial Trauma
Epilepsy
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Hydrocephalus
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Intracerebral Hemorrhage
Malignant Bone Cancer of the Skull, Face, and Jaw
Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Oral Cancer
Osteosarcoma
Pineal Region Tumors
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Stroke
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Subdural Hemorrhage
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Traumatic Cerebral Edema
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Shunt - Insertion, Repair or Removal
Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Fusion
Vascular Transcatheter Embolization
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    Specialties*
    • Neurosurgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 35 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1801876974
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Presbyterian University Hospital|University Health Center of Pittsburgh
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Neurosurgery
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Mayo Clinic - Rochester

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    Dr. Bruce Pollock, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Pollock is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Pollock works at Mayo Clinic - Minnesota in Rochester, MN. View the full address on Dr. Pollock’s profile.

    Dr. Pollock has seen patients for Cancer of Cerebral Meninges, Brain Cancer and Pituitary Gland Cancer, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Pollock on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    2 patients have reviewed Dr. Pollock. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Pollock.

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