Dr. David Friedman

I am going to avoid providing too many specifics because of fear of retaliation. Physician is unsympathetic to patient's plight and does not seem to understand that patients are showing up because they have a problem and need help. I found that he had made up his mind on the diagnosis with no reference to (patient) complaints and observed symptoms, as if they are not a metric for further investigation and treatment. It was difficult to even get him to listen to the problem and he kept on interrupting factual description of the problem with his statements refuting the observations and reiterating his diagnosis before even hearing out the complaint. He was overall extremely unhelpful and I wish I could give him 0 stars. I would not recommend him to anyone.

Dr. Friedman was recommended by my boss who had hand surgery. I read reviews, but decided to take my boss' word. I am glad I did. I went to see Dr Friedman for a 2nd opinion as the first surgeon I went to wanted to give me cortisone and therapy after which possibly surgery (unless I want the surgery now). Dr. Friedman was pleasant and so thorough in examining my hand, in comparison with the 1st guy, it was day and night. Dr. Friedman checked pretty much every inch on my hand and wrist. I can't for the life of me understand how anyone thought he has terrible bedside manners. I could immediately see the level of care and difference between the two doctors. Dr. Friedman told me cortisone is unnecessary and that I will not need surgery. Takes 3 months for tears like mine to heal, it's normal. Yes, he wasn't in there for a half an hour chatting with me, but the other guy was and he was a kook! 15 min with Dr. Friedman are 100% attention on what's important and it's worth 30 min with others.

Less 3 minutes visit, no patient concerns, don’t waist your time

Useless. He barely spent five minutes and didn't recomend anything helpful.

I saw Dr. Friedman 3 times. Each of the first 2 times he said he was busy and would answer my questions the next time. Needless to say he never found the time. He obviously does not care about his patients. Does not want to answer any questions. All he wants to do is operate. I realized that this was whether it was in my best interest or not after getting other professional opinions. Additionally, Cleveland Clinic treats you like a herd of cattle, very rushed, non-caring and very robotic.

I received an honest and professional consultation. people who work with a doctor also do their job well and accurately in time.