Dr. Kevin D. Friend, MD | Pittsburgh, PA | Emergency Medicine

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Dr. Friend graduated from the New York University School of Medicine in 1996. He works in Pittsburgh, PA and 4 other locations and specializes in Emergency Medicine.

3.1

15 Ratings
30 years of experience
40 insurance plans accepted
University Health Center Of Pittsburgh
8 written reviews
1 specialty
3 areas of expertise
1 board certification
5 office locations
Male

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Dr. Friend took care of my husband in the ER. He quickly identified the problem and set our minds at ease. I appreciated his assuredness and compassion. Excellent experience.

April 4th, 2024

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I found Dr. Friend to be very compassionate and highly skilled when he treated me in the emergency room. I am glad he was there when I was in so much pain.

June 20th, 2017

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This doctor prescribed valium for my 18 year old son who suffers from depression and takes wellbutrin. Is he not aware of the addiction dangers of valium in teems and early 20's? Why would he hand this out like candy? My son had a muscle strain! I believe ibuprofen would be just fine. I am very upset that this was prescribed.

March 21st, 2017

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I went into the er with a kidney infection, but Dr friend was able to find something I didn't even know about that was wrong with me. He had the best bedside manner. I wish he was my regular doctor.

March 13th, 2017

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We were extremely pleased with the compassion and concern shown by Dr. Friend as he treated my mother following a car accident. She felt that he addressed her injuries thoroughly and upon her discharge she felt confident in going home and with the treatment she received.

February 7th, 2017

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I have just received a bill from his office for services "provided" to my son 6 months ago and he never once even saw us, we were only seen by the PA and RN, who were both terrific.

January 25th, 2016

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I wouldn't even let this guy near my dog. He was so uncaring, he should be doing research on rats!!

January 3rd, 2016

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I saw Dr. Friend in the ER and bedsides having a horrible bedside manner he pretty much accused me of being a drug addict. I was in terrible pain and he asked me, "how many other hospitals have you been to for this pain?" I never been so insulted - I ended up being discharged with a pain at an 8 of 10 and driving myself home.

November 11th, 2015

Saint Clair Hospital

1000 Bower Hill RdPittsburgh, PA 15243

Tel: (412) 942-4000

Upmc Emergency Medicine

3600 Forbes Ave Ste 10040Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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

Upmc Presbyterian

200 Lothrop StPittsburgh, PA 15213

Tel: (412) 647-2345

Upmc Magee Womens Hospital

300 Halket StPittsburgh, PA 15213

Tel: (412) 641-1000

Upmc Montefiore

3459 5th AvePittsburgh, PA 15213

Tel: (412) 647-2345


Dr. Kevin David Friend, MD	Christopher Carleo, MD	Dr. Katie Elisabeth Dolan, MD	Dr. Mitchell S Fuscardo, DO
Emergency Medicine	Emergency Medicine	Emergency Medicine	Emergency Medicine
	Accepts New Patients
3.1 (15 Ratings)	4.3 (3 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (3 Ratings)
30 Years of Experience	28 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience	41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
	Speaks English
Pittsburgh , PA	East Setauket , NY	Washington , PA	Weirton , WV
Med School: New York University School Of Medicine	Med School: Suny Stony Brookhealth	Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University	Med School: West Virginia School Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Emergency Medicine

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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Health Center Of Pittsburgh

Medical School

New York University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1996

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