Summary

Dr. Richard Friedman is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine and general surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at SC Medical Center. With 46 years of experience in orthopedic care, Dr. Friedman brings extensive expertise to treating musculoskeletal conditions and sports-related injuries.

Dr. Friedman practices at multiple locations throughout Charleston, Mount Pleasant, and Summerville. His affiliations include MUSC Health Ashley River Tower, Roper Hospital, Bon Secours Saint Francis Hospital, and Trident Medical Center among others. He frequently treats patients with joint pain, shoulder pain, and rotator cuff disorders. His approach to care often incorporates physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques. Patients have given Dr. Friedman an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 46 years of experience
  • Sc Medical Center
  • 17 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 7 hospital affiliations
  • 17 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Joel Friedman has 17 locations

Musc University Hospital

171 Ashley AveCharleston, SC 29425

Musc University Hospital

169 Ashley AveCharleston, SC 29425

Dr. Richard Joel Friedman

2060 Sam Rittenberg Blvd Ste 100Charleston, SC 29407

Dr. Richard Joel Friedman

1600 Midtown Ave Ste 100Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

Dr. Richard Joel Friedman

1600 Midtown AveMount Pleasant, SC 29464

Dr. Richard Joel Friedman

2060 Sam Rittenberg BlvdCharleston, SC 29407
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. Richard Joel Friedman

1106 Chuck Dawley Blvd Bldg AMount Pleasant, SC 29464

MUSC Health Nexton Medical Park

5500 Front St Ste 320Summerville, SC 29483

Bon Secours Saint Francis Hospital

2095 Henry Tecklenburg DrCharleston, SC 29414

Summerville Medical Center

295 Midland PkwySummerville, SC 29485

Roper Hospital

316 Calhoun StCharleston, SC 29401

Roper Rehabilitation Hospital

316 Calhoun StCharleston, SC 29401

Trident Medical Center Llc

9330 Medical Plaza DrN Charleston, SC 29406

Musc Health Ashley River Tower

25 Courtenay DrCharleston, SC 29425

MUSC Health Nexton Medical Park

5500 Front St Ste 320Summerville, SC 29486

Musc Health Orthopaedics At West Ashley Medical Pavilion

2060 Sam Rittenberg Blvd Unit E708Charleston, SC 29407
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Richard Joel Friedman, MDDr. Robert Alexander Jr, MDDr. Robert Allan Mester, MDDr. Reginald Christopher Brooker, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryAnesthesiologyHand Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
4.1 
46 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Charleston , SCMount Pleasant , SCDublin , GANorth Charleston , SC
Med School: Univ Of Toronto Fac Of Med Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Joel Friedman

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Joel Friedman has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Joel Friedman has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery (Hip Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery (Knee Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, South Carolina, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Sc Medical Center

Medical School

Univ Of Toronto Fac Of MedGraduated in 1980

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Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Friedman affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Friedman is affiliated with Musc Health Ashley River Tower, Roper Hospital, Bon Secours Saint Francis Hospital, Trident Medical Center, Roper Rehabilitation Hospital, Summerville Medical Center, and Musc University Hospital.
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