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Dr. Franklin Friedman, MD

Dr. Franklin Friedman, MD

Urologic Oncology*
55+ years of experience

Dr. Franklin Friedman, MD is a urologic oncology specialist in Norwich, CT and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 1967. He is affiliated with medical facilities Backus Hospital and Lawrence & Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group

330 Washington St Ste 350 Norwich, CT 06360
Telehealth available

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(860) 886-1956

Dr. Friedman is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Friedman specializes in the area of Urology. • See board certifications
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Friedman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Friedman

3.8
28 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 star
61%
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4 star
11%
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3 star
4%
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2 star
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1 star
25%
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Dr. Friedman was awful. After seeing him for eight months (ten office visits) he still had no treatment plan. It seemed he was not thinking about my case. At one meeting he told me I would have a cystoscopy on my next visit; I arrived ready, but he was unaware. When I reminded him, he said he would do it next time. At the following meeting, again I had to remind him the cystoscopy was planned for that day. None was performed. I continued with Dr. Friedman for too long (we tend to trust our doctors) receiving a lot of contradictory information about my problem, too much chit-chat and no action. Eventually I quit him and found a different (genuine) urologist.
What went well
No results
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
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Jan 12, 2022
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Dr. Friedman was wonderful. In listening to me explain my symptoms, he directed me to have a Cat Scan. Am SO grateful to him, as it turned out I was full of Cancer tumors in my bladder and was operated on by Dr. Stahl. Thank God for Dr. Friedman's expertise who directed me to Dr. Stahl who is also awesome and saved my life.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Terry Williams – Jul 18, 2021
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The guy is retired
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Voltron – Jun 09, 2020
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Dr Friedman is a wonderful doctor and person. taking his time to make sure you get the most out of the visit.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Adrianus Coppens in salem, CT – Jun 05, 2019
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I have been going to Dr. Friedman since 2010, and he solved my problem (Prostate Cancer, with NO problems today I'm now 76 yrs old. I would recommend him to anyone that Prostate Cancer
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 19, 2019
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Dr. Friedman has done a lot for me and I have great respect for him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 14, 2019
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Dr. Friedman is a true professional and a credit to his practice. Always professional, patient focused, and takes care of what you went to see him for. I can recommend him to anyone having issues, he's the doctor to help you out and take care of the problem.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Francis in East Haven – Feb 16, 2019
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Tells it like it is. Very good doctor, trust him with my life
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Griswold – Jan 30, 2019
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excellent
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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Rodolfo H. Bagos in Ledyard, CT – Jan 30, 2019
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Dr. Friedman is THE MOST dedicated doctor to his patients I have ever met. He is always available to his patients. I was admitted to the hospital the day before Easter for a kidney stone and he wasn't able to get an OR until 8 p.m. On Easter and he preformed my surgery that evening. I have only one kidney and I trust Dr. Friedman and his Associates 100% with them handling my urological needs.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Beverlee A. Cholewa in Griswold, CT – Aug 16, 2017
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HES A GOOD DR. BEEN SEEING FOR 30 YRS GREAT GUY DAVE IZZARELLI
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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DAVID in NORWICH CT – May 01, 2017
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My husband saw this Dr. at the ER. He had a blocked kidney and needed a couple of procedures. According to Dr. Friedman they would be done four to five days apart. Fine. First procedure was done that day by his associate. Then came the wait. My husband cannot sleep, cannot eat, can barely urinate and is in excruciating pain. It's been 2 weeks and they just called to cancel his scheduled procedure. Nothing good to say about these people. They don't care about their patients AT ALL.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
13 others found this helpful
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RhondaB in Norwich, CT – Jul 27, 2016
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I am filing a formal complaint regarding my experiences with this physician, and would never recommend him to anyone I know.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
12 others found this helpful
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Norwich, CT – Jun 27, 2016
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Dr. Franklin Friedman, MD is a urologic oncology specialist in Norwich, CT and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 1967. He is affiliated with medical facilities Backus...read more

  • Urologic Oncology

  • Urology

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  • Jackson Memorial Hospital|university Of Maryland Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1974

  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1967
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
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Dr. Friedman is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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    Locations

    Hartford HealthCare Medical Group

    Hartford HealthCare Medical Group330 Washington St Ste 350 Norwich, CT 06360
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Backus Hospital

      326 Washington St
      Norwich, CT 06360
      Recipient of 14
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

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

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

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

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Lawrence & Memorial Hospital

      365 Montauk Ave
      New London, CT 06320
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      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

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality