Bret Friday, MD | Duluth, MN | Oncologist

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Dr. Bret Friday treats Crohn's disease, alcohol use disorder, and driving under the influence (DUI), and performs home infusion therapy, infusion clinic services, and intravenous antibiotics. He practices oncology and has 24 years of experience. Dr. Friday earned his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine and sees patients in Duluth and Virginia, Minnesota, with affiliations at Essentia Health Saint Marys Medical Center, Essentia Health Duluth, Essentia Health Virginia, Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center, and Essentia Health Saint Marys Childrens Hospital. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Friday 5 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
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29 Ratings
24 years of experience
speaks English
Emory University School Of Medicine
21 written reviews
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
5 hospital affiliations
2 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
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29 Ratings with 21 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 6 Minutes

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Patients consistently express positive experiences with Dr. Friday, highlighting his ability to explain situations clearly, his approachable nature, and his thoroughness in addressing questions and concerns. They appreciate his attentive listening and the confidence they feel under his care. A common sentiment is his friendly and personable demeanor, which contributes to a reassuring environment during consultations. There were no negative reviews or concerns mentioned in the dataset provided.

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A very positive experience. The doctors discussion was on-point and concise. He took the time to answer questions. The dr exhibited a friendly & open attitude.

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May 10th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr, Friday is a very good at explaining situations. I have seen him many times and I have always been confident in him as a Dr, and a person.

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April 19th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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I deeply appreciate not only his expertise but his ability to listen and respond to any concerns. I feel very fortunate to have Dr, Friday as my oncologist.

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April 7th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Friday is among the best. He's very easygoing & answered every question.

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March 20th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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He was very good at explaining everything to me

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July 23rd, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Excellent experience! Some questions on this page didn't apply to me that's why I did not answerer them.

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May 16th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Love dr Friday

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February 13th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr Friday Is wonderful! Kind, friendly, attentive and so knowledgeable. I always feel seen and heard

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January 24th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Very good consult - felt heard and agreed with care plan

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December 17th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Friday is easy to converse with , and has a pleasant disposition.

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November 14th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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420 E 1st StDuluth, MN 55805

Tel: (218) 786-3625

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Bret Friday, MD	Dr. Robert Dale Niedringhaus, MD	Dr. Gregory Medis	Dr. Cynthia Jean Wetmore, MD
Oncology	Hematology	Oncology	Neurology
Accepts New Patients			Accepts New Patients
5 (29 Ratings)	2 (4 Ratings)	4 (4 Ratings)	3.7 (11 Ratings)
24 Years of Experience	58 Years of Experience	53 Years of Experience	31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English		Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish
Duluth , MN	Duluth , MN	Madison , WI	Phoenix , AZ
Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School	Med School: Yeshiva University	Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
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Oncology

Blood Cancer
Bone Marrow Transplant
Cancer
Chemotherapy
Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Leukemia
Lymphoma
Myelofibrosis
Myeloma

Bret Friday holds an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine in 2002.

NPI Number

Bret Friday's NPI number is 1346213097.

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Oncology
38 Years Exp | Duluth, MN
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Oncology
30 Years Exp | Duluth, MN
(5)
Dr. Roberto Joaquin Fernandez, MD
Oncology
13 Years Exp | Duluth, MN
(0)
Dr. Anna Perelshteyn, MD
Oncology
16 Years Exp | Duluth, MN
(1)
Dr. Jennifer Witt, MD, FACS
Surgical Oncology
| Duluth, MN
(1)
Dr. Anne Chandri Deepika Silva-Benedict, MD
Oncology
20 Years Exp | Duluth, MN
(5)
Dr. Homam Alkaied, MD
Oncology
28 Years Exp | Duluth, MN
(11)
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Nurse Practitioner
| Sidney, MT
(0)
Dr. Julia Allison Baker, DO
Addiction Medicine
29 Years Exp | Duluth, MN
(4)

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Which hospitals is Bret Friday affiliated with?: Bret Friday is affiliated with Essentia Health Saint Marys Medical Center, Essentia Health Duluth, Essentia Health Virginia, Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center, and Essentia Health Saint Marys Childrens Hospital.

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