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4 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Richard Friend has practiced family medicine for 33 years and is affiliated with DCH Regional Medical Center, Pascagoula Hospital, Memorial Hospital Biloxi, Ochsner Rush Medical Center, Ochsner Specialty Hospital, and Noland Hospital of Tuscaloosa. He earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans and sees patients in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and Pascagoula and Biloxi, Mississippi. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Friend 4 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 33 years of experience
- speaks English
- Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 6 hospital affiliations
- 4 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. Richard Davis Friend has 4 locationsUniversity Medical Center
850 Peter Bryce BlvdTuscaloosa, AL 35401 Tel: (205) 348-1770
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Richard Davis Friend, MD | Dr. Rolando Gomez, MD, MHA | Dr. Parth Bhavsar | Dr. Michael Gray, MD |
| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 33 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience | 31 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu | Speaks English |
| Tuscaloosa , AL | Coral Gables , FL | Lawrenceville , GA | Annapolis , MD |
| Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Med School: American University Of Antigua College Of Medicine | Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College | Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Davis Friend
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Davis Friend has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Davis Friend has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
33 Years Experience
Dr. Richard Davis Friend holds an expired medical license in the states of Mississippi and Alabama.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Mississippi that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Alabama that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans in 1993.
NPI Number
Dr. Friend's NPI number is 1023038684.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Friend?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Richard Friend here on Vitals.
- Does Dr. Richard Friend accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Richard Friend has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Richard Friend's office located?
- Dr. Richard Friend's office is located at 850 Peter Bryce Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Friend affiliated with?
- Dr. Richard Friend is affiliated with Dch Regional Medical Center, Pascagoula Hospital, Memorial Hospital Biloxi, Ochsner Rush Medical Center, Ochsner Specialty Hospital, and Noland Hospital Of Tuscaloosa.
- Does Dr. Richard Friend accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Friend accepts on their Vitals profile.
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