Summary

Dr. Lore Friend is a physician specializing in surgery and internal medicine. She completed her medical education at Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and brings 36 years of experience to her practice. Her dual specialization allows her to provide comprehensive care that combines surgical expertise with broad internal medicine knowledge.

Dr. Friend practices throughout Tacoma, Washington, with affiliations at multiple healthcare facilities including Multicare Mary Bridge Children's Hospital, Multicare Allenmore Hospital, Saint Joseph Medical Center, and Multicare Tacoma General Hospital. Her extensive hospital network allows her to provide care across various settings, ensuring patients have access to the resources they need. She maintains practice locations at several medical centers throughout the Tacoma area, providing convenient access to her services.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 36 years of experience
  • Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Lore Ruth Friend has 6 locations

Kaiser Permanente Ambulatory Surgery Unit

209 Martin Luther King Jr WayTacoma, WA 98405

Tacoma Medical Center

209 Martin Luther King Jr WayTacoma, WA 98405
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

Mary Bridge Childrens Hospital

317 Martin Luther King Jr WayTacoma, WA 98405

Multicare Allenmore Hospital

1901 S Union AveTacoma, WA 98405

Multicare Tacoma General Hospital

315 Martin Luther King Jr WayTacoma, WA 98405

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Speaks English, Spanish
Tacoma , WAPuyallup , WARenton , WARenton , WA
Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine Med School: Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof Med Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lore Ruth Friend

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Lore Ruth Friend has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lore Ruth Friend has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Dr. Lore Ruth Friend holds an expired medical license in the state of Washington.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Friend's NPI number is 1649335126.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Lore Friend affiliated with?
Dr. Lore Friend is affiliated with Multicare Mary Bridge Childrens Hospital, Multicare Allenmore Hospital, Saint Joseph Medical Center, and Multicare Tacoma General Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lore Friend?
You can find contact information for Dr. Lore Friend here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Lore Friend's office located?
Dr. Lore Friend's office is located at 209 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA, 98405.
Is Dr. Lore Friend accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Lore Friend accept my insurance?
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