Summary

Dr. Eliot Friedman is an oncologist who has dedicated 45 years to cancer care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Chicago Division of Biological Sciences Pritzker School of Medicine, building a strong foundation in medical science. His extensive experience spans nearly five decades of treating patients with various forms of cancer. Dr. Friedman communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Friedman practices at Lehigh Valley Hospital Muhlenberg in Allentown, Pennsylvania. He specializes in treating bladder cancer and managing cancer pain to help patients maintain comfort during their treatment journey. His expertise includes biological therapy, bone marrow evaluation, and breast cancer treatment. Patients have given Dr. Friedman an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 45 years of experience
  • 44 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

LVH Hematology Oncology-1240 Cedar Crest

1240 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 401Allentown, PA 18103
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Allentown , PAPhiladelphia , PAFurlong , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Eliot L. Friedman

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Cenpatico
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Eliot L. Friedman has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Eliot L. Friedman has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • AIDS/HIV (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Blood Cancer
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Breast Cancer
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Infectious Disease
  • Leukemia
  • Lung Cancer
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma
  • Pediatric Hematology & Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Eliot L. Friedman holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in 1987, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in 1986, and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in 1985.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Chicago Medicine in 1984 and University of Chicago Medicine in 1983.

Internship

Completed their internship at University of Chicago Medicine in 1982.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine in 1981.

NPI Number

Eliot L. Friedman's NPI number is 1962453092.

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Eliot Friedman is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Hospital Muhlenberg.
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