Dr. Stephen William Friedman M.D.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
4220 Apex Hwy Suite 200 Durham NC, 27713About
Dr. Stephen Friedman practices Geriatric Medicine in Durham, NC. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Friedman works as part of a team with other healthcare providers, to address the natural aging that goes on within the body and to manage multiple medical problems and ensure social support.
Education and Training
Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La 1972
Tulane University School of Medicine 1972
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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