Dr. Robert Steven Friedman, MD

Dr. Robert Friedman is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated nearly four decades to caring for patients with eye conditions. He earned his medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, then completed his residency at Michael Reese Hospital Medical Center. With 39 years of experience in the field, Dr. Friedman brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in Chinese and Spanish, allowing him to communicate directly with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Friedman practices at multiple locations throughout Sarasota and Venice, Florida, with hospital affiliations at Sarasota Memorial Hospital and HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital. His expertise focuses on treating glaucoma and cataracts, two of the most common eye conditions affecting adults. He performs cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures to restore clear vision. Dr. Friedman also uses advanced retinal imaging to diagnose and monitor eye health. …Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 on Vitals.