Summary

Dr. John Friend is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and vision health. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Alabama College of Medicine and brings six years of experience to his practice. Dr. Friend focuses on treating a wide range of eye conditions and performing diagnostic procedures to help patients maintain optimal vision.

Dr. Friend practices at several prominent medical centers, including John Peter Smith Hospital, Parkland Memorial Hospital, and William P Clements Jr University Hospital in Dallas and Fort Worth. He treats common eye conditions such as cataracts and glaucoma, as well as contact lens infections. His expertise includes performing dilated eye exams and retinal imaging to detect vision problems early. Dr. Friend also conducts specialized pathology tests to help diagnose complex eye conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • 6 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Henry Friend has 4 locations

Ut Southwestern Medical Center

5323 Harry Hines BlvdDallas, TX 75390
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm

William P Clements Jr University Hospital

6201 Harry Hines BlvdDallas, TX 75235

John Peter Smith Hospital

1500 S Main StFort Worth, TX 76104

Parkland Health And Hospital System

5200 Harry Hines BlvdDallas, TX 75235

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.4 
6 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English
Dallas , TXArlington , TXARLINGTON , TXWebster , TX
Med School: University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine Med School: Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University Med School: University of Minnesota
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Henry Friend

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Avesis
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont
  • Care N' Care
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cook Children's Health Plan
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Parkland Community Health Plan
  • Peoples Health
  • Superior Vision
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Henry Friend has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

6 Years Experience

Dr. John Henry Friend holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine in 2020.

NPI Number

Dr. Friend's NPI number is 1265063556.

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Dr. John Friend's office is located at 5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX, 75390.
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