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Dr. Theodore Friedman, MD

Dr. Theodore Friedman, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Theodore Friedman, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as HCA HealthONE Swedish and West Hills Hospital and Medical Center. He is not accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 4 Star Rating (29 reviews)

Practice

1731 E 120th St Los Angeles, CA 90059
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(310) 335-0327

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Friedman is affiliated with Mammoth Hospital Mammoth Lakes, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Friedman specializes in the area of Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Critical Care Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Friedman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Friedman

4.0

29 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
69%
69%
4 Star
7%
7%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
7%
7%
1 Star
17%
17%

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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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Alexis Gordon – Mar 19, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Austin – May 29, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 05, 2024
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Telehealth
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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Rahaf Q – Mar 24, 2024
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Telehealth
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
Colleen C. – Jan 25, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
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
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 11, 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
Helpful
Oct 27, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Janet Pingree – Oct 23, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 23, 2021
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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
Helpful
J in Longmont – Feb 06, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
19 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 15, 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
K in Columbia, SC – May 31, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Theodore C. Friedman, MD, PhD, takes time away from his research duties as Chief of Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Molecular Medicine, at UCLA's Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, to conduct a private practice Tuesday...read more

  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

  • Internal Medicine

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

  • National Institute Of Health

    Fellowship Hospital, 1992

  • University Of Michigan

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • University Of Michigan / Ann Arbor

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai

    Medical School, 1987

  • Stanford University

    Undergraduate School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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Locations

Practice

The Charles R Drew Univ Pharmacy1731 E 120th St Los Angeles, CA 90059
1
County of Los Angeles1670 E 120th St Los Angeles, CA 90059
2

Practice

Martin Luther King Jr-Harbor Hospital12021 Wilmington Ave Los Angeles, CA 90059
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Garnet Health Medical Center-Catskills, Callicoon Campus

    8881 State Route 97
    Callicoon, NY 12723

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

    96%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    15% higher than the national average

    96%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mammoth Hospital

    85 Sierra Park Rd
    Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    95%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    90%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mackinac Straits Health System

    1140 N State St
    Saint Ignace, MI 49781

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

    92%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    15% higher than the national average

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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