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Dr. David Fries, MD

Dr. David Fries, MD

Cardiology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. David Fries, MD is a cardiologist in Rochester, NY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as AdventHealth Orlando and UCF Lake Nona Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Practice

2365 S Clinton Ave Rochester, NY 14618

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Fries is affiliated with AdventHealth Orlando Orlando, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Fries is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Fries specializes in the area of Cardiovascular Disease. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Fries' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fries

4.7

27 ratings, 11 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Helpful
Stephanie V – Jan 29, 2025
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Thank YouRespectfully, UCF Health Leadership
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
Helpful
Sarah – Dec 04, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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Kevin Finn in Webster, NY – Aug 09, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Robert Palmer in Rochester, NY – Aug 02, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Richard Kantowski in Rochester, NY – Jul 12, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Rochester, NY – Jul 12, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
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Rochester, NY – Jul 12, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Harry Haines in Rochester, NY – Jun 14, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Nancy A. Smith in North Rose, NY – Jun 14, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Irv Zwirn in Rochester, NY – Jun 13, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Mar 01, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

UCVA provides a full range of cardiac testing and consultative care at all four of our locations, Brighton, Greece, Geneseo, and Dansville. While our various services, locations, and close relationships with the local medical centers do make UCVA...read more
  • Cardiology

*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 Rochester Medical Center, Strong Memorial Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University At Buffalo Jacobs School Of Medicine And Biomedical Sciences

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
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Dr. Fries is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office2365 S Clinton Ave Rochester, NY 14618
    1

    Practice

    University of Central Florida3400 Quadrangle Blvd Orlando, FL 32817
    2
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    Genesee Health Care229 Summit St Ste 10 Batavia, NY 14020
    3

    Practice

    Office9975 Tavistock Lakes Blvd Ste 360 Orlando, FL 32827
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • UCF Lake Nona Hospital

      6700 Lake Nona Blvd
      Orlando, FL 32827

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

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

      6% lower than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • AdventHealth Orlando

      601 E Rollins St
      Orlando, FL 32803
      Recipient of 91
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery, coronary interventional procedures, heart attack treatment, heart failure treatment, and heart valve surgery

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery, coronary interventional procedures, heart attack treatment, heart failure treatment, and heart valve surgery

      View all awards

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Rochester General Hospital

      1425 Portland Ave
      Rochester, NY 14621
      Recipient of 15
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery, coronary interventional procedures, heart attack treatment, heart failure treatment, and heart valve surgery

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery, coronary interventional procedures, heart attack treatment, heart failure treatment, and heart valve surgery

      View all awards

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      74%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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