4.8
9 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Friend has been a physician since 1969 and is board certified in both Internal Medicine and Nephrology. He received his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania and served his residency in Internal Medicine and fellowship in Nephrology at the University of Minnesota Hospitals. Prior to entering private practice, Dr.Friend was an Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Minnesota School of Medicine and the recipient of an NIH Clinical Investigator Award in kidney disease.
Quick Facts
- 57 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, Chinese
- Fairview University Medical Center
- 2 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Peter Sayre Friend has 3 locationsUniversity Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center
9300 Campus Point DrLa Jolla, CA 92037 Tel: (858) 657-7000
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| Speaks Spanish, Chinese | Speaks Spanish, English | ||
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| Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania | Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine | Med School: New York University School Of Medicine | Med School: DARTMOUTH MEDICAL SCHOOL |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Peter Sayre Friend
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Peter Sayre Friend has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Peter Sayre Friend has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
57 Years Experience
Dr. Peter Sayre Friend holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Fairview University Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania in 1969.
NPI Number
Dr. Friend's NPI number is 1609825256.
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