About
Dr. Michael Holman is a board-certified emergency physician with a clinical range stretching from minor bruises to cardiac emergencies. He holds board certification from the American Board of Emergency Medicine and earned fellowship status in the American College of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Holman grew up in Coronado, attending Sacred Heart Parish School before graduating from Coronado High in 2002. He studied philosophy at Franciscan University, then premedical sciences at The Ohio State University, and later earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, DC.
He completed his internship and residency at UCSD, where he earned Chief Resident and Resident of the Year honors in 2012. His training extended to pediatric emergency medicine at Rady Children's Hospital, and he flew as a physician with Mercy Air Helicopter Ambulance. Dr. Holman currently works as an attending physician at Sharp Chula Vista and Sharp Coronado. At Sharp Chula Vista, he served on the Site Management Team, led as Medical Director of Integrated Care Management, and graduated from the Sharp Healthcare Physician Leadership Academy. He also serves as Assistant Medical Director of Elite Health Care Services, supporting patients in a home hospice setting. His experience across home-based and high-intensity hospital environments drives his focus on improving how care reaches each patient.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Philosophy, Franciscan University; Premedical Sciences, The Ohio State University
Medical School
Georgetown University School of Medicine
Residency
Internship and Residency, UCSD
Fellowship
Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Rady Children's Hospital
Additional Training
Mercy Air Helicopter Ambulance (flight physician); Sharp Healthcare Physician Leadership Academy graduate
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Holman right for?
Dr. Holman suits adults and families who want direct physician access without scheduling delays. Patients managing acute illnesses, minor injuries, or urgent concerns benefit from his emergency medicine background. He also works well with members who want proactive health planning through advanced diagnostics. Those who value a physician who knows the Coronado community personally will find a natural fit here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Holman treats a wide range of acute and primary care conditions. His clinical scope includes respiratory and sinus infections, strep throat, ear and eye infections, bladder infections, skin infections, sprains, minor cuts and burns, headaches, migraines, insect bites, and flu symptoms. He also provides Covid testing and handles minor sports injuries. His emergency medicine background means he can manage complex and urgent situations that extend well beyond typical primary care.
Yes. Dr. Holman holds board certification from the American Board of Emergency Medicine. He also earned fellowship status in the American College of Emergency Medicine. He completed his residency at UCSD, where he received both Chief Resident and Resident of the Year recognition in 2012.
Dr. Holman studied philosophy at Franciscan University before completing premedical sciences at The Ohio State University. He earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine. He then completed his internship and residency at UCSD. His training also included pediatric emergency medicine at Rady Children's Hospital and flight physician work with Mercy Air Helicopter Ambulance.
Dr. Holman typically works alongside each member's existing primary care physician. He fills the role of after-hours resource, house call physician, and urgent care provider. This arrangement gives members a direct clinical contact for issues that arise between scheduled appointments or outside regular office hours.
Yes. Dr. Holman offers individualized health planning that includes hormone analysis, DNA sequencing, and microbiome analysis. He also coordinates weight-loss pharmacology, nutritionist consultations, and in-home acupuncturist visits. These services let members pursue proactive health goals with the same physician they call for acute needs.
Dr. Holman currently works as an attending physician at both Sharp Chula Vista and Sharp Coronado. At Sharp Chula Vista, he served on the Site Management Team and led as Medical Director of Integrated Care Management. He also graduated from the Sharp Healthcare Physician Leadership Academy. He serves as Assistant Medical Director of Elite Health Care Services, providing support in home hospice settings.
Yes. Dr. Holman sends electronic prescriptions directly to any pharmacy of your choice. He also arranges expedited specialist referrals when a member needs a higher level of care. Members reach him by phone or text to start that process at any hour.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026
