4.5
33 Ratings with 8 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Rick Friedman treats acoustic neuroma and glomus tumors, and performs brain surgery and lateral skull base surgery. He practices otolaryngology–head and neck surgery and surgery, with 38 years of experience, and is affiliated with Keck Hospital of USC.
Dr. Friedman earned his MD and PhD from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and completed his residency at LAC USC Medical Center. He sees patients in La Jolla, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Friedman 4.52 out of 5.
Dr. Friedman earned his MD and PhD from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and completed his residency at LAC USC Medical Center. He sees patients in La Jolla, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Friedman 4.52 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 38 years of experience
- 38 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Lac Usc Medical Center
- 8 written reviews
- 3 specialties
- 14 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
UC San Diego Health
9350 Campus Point DrLa Jolla, CA 92037 Tel: (858) 249-2944
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Rick A. Friedman, MD, PhD | Dr. Paul Schalch Lepe, MD | Chelsea Marie Defelice | Dr. Elisabeth Jacques Leeflang, MD |
| Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Nurse Practitioner | Anesthesiology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 38 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, English, Swedish, French, German | ||
| La Jolla , CA | San Diego , CA | San Diego , CA | San Diego , CA |
| Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine | Med School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico Facultad De Medicina | Med School: UNIVERSITY OF UTAH SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Rick A. Friedman
Medical Specialties
Rick A. Friedman has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Rick A. Friedman has the following 14 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
Rick A. Friedman 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 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Lac Usc Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine in 1988.
NPI Number
Rick A. Friedman's NPI number is 1982708558.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Rick Friedman's office located?
- Rick Friedman's office is located at 9350 Campus Point Dr, La Jolla, CA, 92037.
- What languages does Rick Friedman speak?
- Rick Friedman speaks English.
- Does Rick Friedman accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Rick Friedman accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Which hospitals is Rick Friedman affiliated with?
- Rick Friedman is affiliated with Keck Hospital Of Usc.
- Does Rick Friedman accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Rick Friedman has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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