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Dr. Edward Friedman, MD

Dr. Edward Friedman, MD

Gastroenterology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Edward Friedman, MD is a gastroenterologist in Memphis, TN and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Friedman has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from University of Tn Health Sci Center in 2002. He is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis. He is accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

80 Humphreys Center Dr Ste 200 Memphis, TN 38120

Make an Appointment

(901) 226-1261

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Friedman is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis Memphis, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for gastroenterology.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Friedman specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Friedman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Friedman

3.4
18 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
39%
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Does not listen, rushes, dismisses
I agree with everyone who commented on the fact that you are rushed, he does not listen, and even once he gives you a diagnosis you are dismissed if you have additional questions or concerns. I really don’t want to go back to him. Every experience is like this. Each time I hate the way I feel after the visit and I’ve been seeing him since mid 2015. I’m going to call my insurance provider to see if I can switch to a different specialist. His beside manner is horrible.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Florence Rivers – Feb 03, 2025
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Quick and efficient
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 25, 2024
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Communication Skills
Receptionist was very professional, courteous, and helpful. The lack of communication on the part of the Doctor was disappointing. No explanation regarding my problem, and no explanation of a course of treatment and recovery. In the future I will not use this doctor and practice again. Thank you.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
2 others found this helpful
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Steven L. Cohen – Apr 10, 2024
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Dismissed and Unheard
Run like HELL from Friedman!!!!!!He is dismissive and does not listen. I felt as though he was more interested in treating the symptoms than rather exploring through additional testing to get to the root cause of what was causing my symptoms. The worse part of his behavior was when he got up and exited the room. I sat there thinking he was returning only to hear him introducing himself to the patient in the room next to mine.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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I am my best advocate. – Dec 05, 2023
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Great
I'm lot pain right now
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
1 other person found this helpful
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Scarlett Johnson – Jan 22, 2023
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Does Not Listen to Patients
Dr. Friedman is very dismissive of concerns from patients. I would not recommend anyone to see a doctor who does not listen or seen to care when you express your symptoms or concerns . This is often how proper diagnosis is missed.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Apr 19, 2022
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Friedman will dismiss you in a big hurry...... He is the worst listener. If you describe your pain and symptoms he would say that there are thousands of ailments and he would just have to run tests, then you are dismissed. Does the typical GI tests--- a CT and an EGD. Then, if he sees nothing. You get a stamped IBS and dismissed. Avoid this doctor at all cost!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Memphis, TN – Aug 10, 2017
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great Dr. Only saw him a few time need 2 make appointments.... Listen well took care in doing my inner stomach exam... Suggest I get another colonop..... Will do recommend him.... Greatly
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Penny(B. HARRIS in Memphis, Tn – Jun 30, 2017
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Friedman will pawn you off on his nurse practitioner. He is cocky and in such a hurry. Does the typical GI tests--- a CT and an EGD. Then, if he sees nothing. You get a stamped IBS and dismissed. Avoid this doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
14 others found this helpful
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Stomach issues in Batesville, MS – Mar 11, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Edward Friedman, MD is a gastroenterologist in Memphis, TN and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Friedman has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from University of Tn Health Sci Center in 2002....read more

  • Gastroenterology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis

    Residency Hospital, 2006

  • Baylor College Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 2004

  • University Of Tn Health Sci Center

    Medical School, 2002

  • University Of Tennessee, Memphis

    Undergraduate School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Locations

Practice

Baptist Gastrointestinal Specialist SRY C80 Humphreys Center Dr Ste 200 Memphis, TN 38120
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Office401 Southcrest Cir Ste 203 Southaven, MS 38671
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Office5150 Airline Rd Ste 300 Arlington, TN 38002
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Practice

Office80 Humphreys Center Dr Ste 210 Memphis, TN 38120
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis

    6019 Walnut Grove Rd
    Memphis, TN 38120
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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