Dr. Sanford J. Friedman, MD | New York, NY | Internal Medicine

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Dr. Sanford Friedman specializes in internal medicine with advanced training in cardiovascular disease. They earned their medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed residency training at Mount Sinai Medical Center. With an impressive 65 years of clinical experience, Dr. Friedman brings extensive expertise to patient care. They are fluent in Spanish, Arabic, and English.

Dr. Friedman practices at The Mount Sinai Hospital and maintains a location in New York, NY. They focus on treating patients with mobility challenges such as limping and muscle weakness. Dr. Friedman also addresses issues related to trunk control problems. Their treatment approach includes physical therapy techniques and strength training programs. Patients consistently rate Dr. Friedman highly, with an average rating of 4.9.

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accepting new patients
4.9

18 Ratings
65 years of experience
24 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, Arabic, English
Mount Sinai Medical Center
8 written reviews
2 specialties
12 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location

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Had a good bedside manner
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4.9

18 Ratings with 8 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 9 Minutes

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They don't come any better than Sandy Friedman, that's not hyperbole, that's fact. Most doctors these days keep you waiting an hour, spend under ten minutes with you and act as if their word is divine, no questioning, no explanations. The opposite is the case with Sandy--yes, Sandy, he has his patients call him by his first name. That's the first clue that you are with someone special, someone who is a true healer, someone who cares. I was lucky enough to find him 18 months ago (my daughter researched doctors and found him) and signing up with him through a concierge service was one of my best decisions, I think it's saved my life. No matter the question, no matter when it's asked he's kind, caring and very responsive. As I said, they don't come better.

July 8th, 2019

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Dr. Friedman is caring, concerned, and kind. He is also a fascinating person to talk to with a multitude of interests.

January 13th, 2019

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he is the best

July 23rd, 2015

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By far the best doctor I have ever been to. Great diagnostician,great bedside manner. Extremely dedicated.

April 29th, 2014

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Dr Friedman was recommended to me. He is excellent. Tries to get to know his patience, never rushes you and is very informative and knowledgeable when you ask a medical question. The front desk however needs improvement. Ada and Sonya are great. Can't say much for the older woman who is there. She is rude to patients and constantly complains about patients--hello there are patients within earshot sitting in the reception area!?

August 24th, 2012

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Dr. Friedman has treated me and my father for several years. He has proven himself to be not only a superb physician but also a genuine friend and som ...

October 7th, 2011

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Dr. Friedman is my primary physician and has been for 14 years. He is by far the best diagnostian of any doctor I have ever had and his ability to get me into a specialist is extraordiary. I have referred over 20 people to him and every single one of them has felt the same way. He is a dying breed.

November 17th, 2010

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Pleasant, caring, attentive, direct and knowledgable. Dr. Friedman sits down in his office and interviews his patient at every visit and inputs all the health history himself on his computer. He knows his patients their personal history as well as their health history. A rare thing in his profession.

October 14th, 2010

Friedman & Meller Mds

103 E 81st StNew York, NY 10028


Dr. Sanford James Friedman, MD	Dr. Kaylan Christianer, MD	Dr. Nishant Prasad, MD	Dr. Niraj Navinchandra Acharya, MD
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.9 (18 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.5 (2 Ratings)
65 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience	17 Years of Experience	40 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English		Speaks English
New York , NY	New York , NY	Flushing , NY	Brooklyn , NY
Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine	Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College	Med School: Ohio State College of Medicine	Med School: B J Medical College Ahmedabad
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Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
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EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Mount Sinai Medical Center

Medical School

Tufts University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1961

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