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Steven G. Friedman, MD, Facc
Specialty
Vascular Surgery
Languages
English
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29 reviews
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Mar 6, 2026Verified Review
He saved my life
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Mar 6, 2026Verified Review
Level of care
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Mar 5, 2026Verified Review
Experience and confidence. Knows the correct treatment and won’t act like he knows everything.
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Feb 10, 2026Verified Review
He was professional and brief. Office on North Shore. I live on the [omitted]. prefer providers closer to home as I age
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Feb 1, 2026Verified Review
Because I juggle a lot and I am pressed for time so I appreciate how smoothly the procedure went. I was in and out
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Jan 31, 2026Verified Review
I do not like to pass on medical advice to friends and neighbors,only my family.
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Jan 13, 2026Verified Review
Felt comfortable with both him and his procedures.I am pleased with the results, so I will recommend him to others.
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Jan 3, 2026Verified Review
Listens carefully. Explains findings in a very understandable manner.
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Dec 30, 2025Verified Review
Good, straightforward discussion and advice on my condition and next steps in care. Allayed my fears about whether interventions are necessary going forward.
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Dec 30, 2025Verified Review
makes you feel calm and comfortable. explains things in laymen terms. All in all down to earth people person. caring, compassionate and very patient
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Nov 18, 2025Verified Review
He is very good doctor
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Nov 18, 2025Verified Review
Very informative addressing my health concerns.
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Nov 5, 2025Verified Review
Visit lasted 1 minute. Physical Exam notes were not accurate. He didn't examine all body areas. He put a stethoscope on one location of the chest and that was the physical exam.
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Oct 15, 2025Verified Review
He is patient. He asks and answers questions He has a great bedside manner.
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Oct 13, 2025Verified Review
Very knowledgeable
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Oct 13, 2025Verified Review
very caring and competent
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Oct 13, 2025Verified Review
I was pleased with Dr. Friedman
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Sep 15, 2025Verified Review
Very friendly and knowledgeable. Doesn't keep you waiting.
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Sep 15, 2025Verified Review
He seemed very knowledgeable about my condition and reviewed my test results with me
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Sep 3, 2025Verified Review
Excellent communication skills, very professional and friendly manner.
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About Steven G. Friedman, MD, Facc
Steven G. Friedman, MD, MBA, is a board-certified vascular surgeon and Division Chief of Vascular Surgery at Optum. He provides comprehensive vascular care with a focus on thoughtful evaluation and high-quality outcomes. Dr. Friedman received his medical degree with distinction in research from the University of Rochester and completed surgical training at Brigham and Women's Hospital, followed by a vascular surgery fellowship at NYU Medical Center. He has held senior leadership and academic roles and is widely published in peer-reviewed medical journals.
Philosophy of care
Dr. Friedman believes in a patient-centered, collaborative approach to care. He partners closely with patients to help them understand their condition and make informed decisions aligned with their goals and values
Gender
Male
Board certifications
American Board of Surgery
Licenses
NY, 160674
Employed or contracted
Employed
Network Name
ProHealth
NPI
1821052697
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Insurance accepted
This may not reflect all insurance accepted by the provider and is for informational purposes only.
- 1199
- Aetna
- Affinity
- Anthem BCBS
- CHN
- Centivo
- Cigna
- Coventry
- EmblemHealth
- First Health
- Humana
- MagnaCare
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- MultiPlan
- NYSHIP
- Northwell Direct
- Oscar
- Oxford
- TRICARE
- UHC
- UMR
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Medical School
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University Of Rochester School Of Medicine And Dentistry
Residency
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Brigham & Women's Hospital
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