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Dr. Richard Friedman, MD

Gastroenterology*
4.3 (27)
Map Pin Small Atlanta, GA
Accepting new patients
50 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Richard Friedman, MD

Dr. Richard Friedman, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Atlanta, GA. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 50 years of experience. They graduated from NEW YORK Medical College and is affiliated with Jefferson Lansdale Hospital and Northside Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Friedman an average 4.3 star rating.

Dr. Friedman works at Practice in Atlanta, GA with other offices in Clayton, GA. They are accepting new patients and accept Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Friedman's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Office
    5671 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ste 600, Atlanta, GA 30342 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (404) 257-9000
  2. 2
    Office
    790 N Main St Ste 302, Clayton, GA 30525 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (855) 841-1339
  3. 3
    Midtown Management Services LLC
    550 Peachtree St NE Ste 1600, Atlanta, GA 30308 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (404) 257-9000

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  • Jefferson Lansdale Hospital
  • Northside Hospital

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    4.3
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    About Dr. Richard Friedman, MD

    Specialties*
    • Gastroenterology

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    Years of Experience
    • 50 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1518958537
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Emory University Hospital
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • Met Hosp/Ny Med College
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • NEW YORK Medical College
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • University of Wisconsin
    Undergraduate School

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

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    27 patients have reviewed Dr. Friedman. The overall rating for this provider is 4.3. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Friedman.

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