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Dr. Rick Friedman, MD

Neurotology
4.3 (37)
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35 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Rick Friedman, MD

Dr. Rick Friedman, MD is a Neurotology Specialist in San Diego, CA. They specialize in Neurotology, has 35 years of experience, and is board certified in Neurotology. They graduated from Univ Of Ca and is affiliated with UCSD Medical Center - Hillcrest.

Dr. Friedman works at Hillcrest - UC San Diego Medical Center in San Diego, CA with other offices in Beverly Hills, CA, La Jolla, CA and Los Angeles, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Acoustic Neuroma along with other conditions at varying frequencies. 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
    6631
    200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 543-6631
  2. 2
    Westside Office
    9033 Wilshire Blvd Ste 360, Beverly Hills, CA 90211 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (310) 601-3366
    Monday
    8:00am - 5:00pm
    Tuesday
    8:00am - 5:00pm
    Wednesday
    8:00am - 5:00pm
    Thursday
    8:00am - 5:00pm
    Friday
    8:00am - 5:00pm
  3. 3
    UC San Diego Health Head and Neck Surgery
    9350 Campus Point Dr Lowr Level Ste A, La Jolla, CA 92037 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 657-8590
  4. 4
    1450 San Pablo St Ste 5100, Los Angeles, CA 90033 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (323) 442-8500

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  • UCSD Medical Center - Hillcrest

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Acoustic Neuroma
Craniectomy, Craniotomy, Surgery of Skull Base, Neuroendoscopy
Ataxia
Craniectomy, Craniotomy, Surgery of Skull Base, Neuroendoscopy

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    4.3
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    Based on 37 ratings
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    Aug 23, 2022
    Flying out from Charleston, SC to San Diego to have my surgery with Dr. Friedman and Dr. Schwartz was the best decision I have every made in my life! They performed a retrosigmoid carniotomy on my 2.3 cm acoustic neuroma and not only got the whole tumor out but were able to preserve my hearing! The best at what they do!
    Whitney — Aug 23, 2022
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    About Dr. Rick Friedman, MD

    Specialties
    • Neurotology
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 35 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
    Languages Spoken
    NPI Number
    • 1982708558
    NPI Number
    A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique 10-digit identifier issued by the government to healthcare providers.

    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • House Ear Clin
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • U CA San Diego Med Ctr
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Univ Of Ca
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • UCLA
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Neurotology, Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Friedman has an average wait time of 10 – 15 minutes at their office(s).

    Dr. Friedman has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Friedman has seen patients for Acoustic Neuroma, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Friedman on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    37 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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