Dr. Robert A. Friedman MD
Hospice and Palliative Care Specialist | Hospice and Palliative Medicine
4107 Spicewood Springs Rd Austin TX, 78759About
Dr. Robert Friedman is a hospice and palliative care specialist practicing in Austin, TX. Dr. Friedman provides care to people who are seriously ill. As a hospice and palliative care specialist, Dr. Friedman works to relieve the pain and suffering of people who have a severe medical condition and are in a critical state. Hospice and palliative care specialists try to improve the quality of life for a person who may not have much time left to live.
Education and Training
Univ of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1980
University of California 1980
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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