Summary

Dr. Richard Friedman is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and general surgery with 46 years of experience. He earned his medical degree from the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at South Carolina Medical Center. His extensive career has focused on helping patients with musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, particularly those related to athletic activities and joint problems.

Dr. Friedman practices at multiple locations throughout Charleston, Mount Pleasant, and Summerville, South Carolina, with hospital affiliations including MUSC University Hospital, Roper Hospital, and Bon Secours Saint Francis Hospital. He treats patients with joint pain, shoulder pain, and rotator cuff disorders. His practice incorporates physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy to help patients recover from injuries and improve their mobility. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 46 years of experience
  • Sc Medical Center
  • 17 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 7 hospital affiliations
  • 17 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Joel Friedman has 17 locations

Musc University Hospital

171 Ashley AveCharleston, SC 29425

Musc University Hospital

169 Ashley AveCharleston, SC 29425

Dr. Richard Joel Friedman

2060 Sam Rittenberg Blvd Ste 100Charleston, SC 29407

Dr. Richard Joel Friedman

1600 Midtown Ave Ste 100Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

Dr. Richard Joel Friedman

1600 Midtown AveMount Pleasant, SC 29464

Dr. Richard Joel Friedman

2060 Sam Rittenberg BlvdCharleston, SC 29407
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

Dr. Richard Joel Friedman

1106 Chuck Dawley Blvd Bldg AMount Pleasant, SC 29464

MUSC Health Nexton Medical Park

5500 Front St Ste 320Summerville, SC 29483

Bon Secours Saint Francis Hospital

2095 Henry Tecklenburg DrCharleston, SC 29414

Summerville Medical Center

295 Midland PkwySummerville, SC 29485

Roper Hospital

316 Calhoun StCharleston, SC 29401

Roper Rehabilitation Hospital

316 Calhoun StCharleston, SC 29401

Trident Medical Center Llc

9330 Medical Plaza DrN Charleston, SC 29406

Musc Health Ashley River Tower

25 Courtenay DrCharleston, SC 29425

MUSC Health Nexton Medical Park

5500 Front St Ste 320Summerville, SC 29486

Musc Health Orthopaedics At West Ashley Medical Pavilion

2060 Sam Rittenberg Blvd Unit E708Charleston, SC 29407
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

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Dr. Richard Joel Friedman, MDDr. Robert Alexander Jr, MDDr. Ronald Patrick Bossert, MDDr. Antony Mikhail Gayed, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryPlastic SurgeryVascular & Interventional Radiology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
3.7 
46 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Charleston , SCMount Pleasant , SCSummerville , SCCharleston , SC
Med School: Univ Of Toronto Fac Of Med Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Joel Friedman

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Joel Friedman has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Joel Friedman has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery (Hip Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery (Knee Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, South Carolina, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Sc Medical Center

Medical School

Univ Of Toronto Fac Of MedGraduated in 1980

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Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Friedman affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Friedman is affiliated with Musc Health Ashley River Tower, Roper Hospital, Bon Secours Saint Francis Hospital, Trident Medical Center, Roper Rehabilitation Hospital, Summerville Medical Center, and Musc University Hospital.
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