Samuel Friedman

Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology

Cancer Center of Guam, 633 Gov. C. Camacho Rd Tamuning Guam, 96913 Show map

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Dr. Samuel Friedman is a hematologist oncologist practicing in Tamuning, Guam. Dr. Friedman specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of blood diseases such as anemia, hemophilia, sickle-cell disease, leukemia and lymphoma. Hematologist Oncologists are also trained in the study of cancer and its attack on other organs.

Education and Training

University of British Columbia MD 1966

Board Certification

American Board of Internal Medicine

Hematology (Internal Medicine)

Medical Oncology (Internal Medicine)

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Male English, French, German

Samuel Friedman

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For Shame, Guam!
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Truth in Medical Advertising or "Fake News"
Originally published in The Guam Daily Post, Letter to the EditorI read an interesting article in a medical journal recently from the Department of Medical Ethics at New York University entitled " A 'Cruel Tool': Hospital Ads Offering False Hope for Desperate Patients". This dealt with, to...
A Swing Too Far
It has been difficult to avoid the news this past year or so—with the ongoing opioid epidemic in the USA and the hysterical swings authorities, of various stripes, have been taking to fix the problem. In typical American lore, there is always someone to blame for anything that does not go right....

What can be the cause of low platelet count?
There are many potential causes due usually to decreased production or increased destruction. Some may be serious and the situation should be evaluated by a competent hematologist. READ MORE
What happens if iron levels are too high?
Ferritin is the storage molecule of iron and this should be measured, not serum iron. Increased levels of ferritin are seen in various inflammatory and malignant diseases and hereditary conditions of increased iron absorption called hemochromatosis. If the ferritin level is below 350, it is of little concern. READ MORE
Leukocytosis treatment?
Active psoriasis may raise your WBC, lymphocytes and eosinophils. I doubt lymphocytes are monoclonal, but important to make sure they are not as would mean a lymphoid malignancy. Flow cytometry on the blood should show this. READ MORE
Should I go to the ER for low hemoglobin?
An ER, like the word says, is for EMERGENCY. Your low hemoglobin is certainly NOT that unless you have active and severe bleeding. It is a symptom that needs to be investigated to find the cause which may take days or even weeks. This is NOT the function of an ER, but of a competent doctor in a clinic. READ MORE
Can you walk after donating bone marrow?
Yes, although it might be somewhat painful depending on how many bone marrow punctures were performed. READ MORE
Fibrinogen levels?
Low fibrinogen level may be normal or associated with some clotting abnormalities, and some clotting abnormalities may be associated with spontaneous abortions. I would advise a work-up with a skilled coagulation laboratory. READ MORE
When should you go to the ER for anemia?
If your breathing problems are caused by anemia, it must be severe and you should go to the ER as soon as possible. Normally diagnostic problems should not be handled in the ER but by private clinics or doctors. READ MORE
Rh negative?
It is not rare and happens with a Rh negative mother and Rh positive father. The injections are to destroy any Rh positive father red cells from the mother's circulation so she doesn't produce antibodies to positive red cell that can cross over to the fetus and kill it if it has Rh positive blood. READ MORE
Can you walk after a bone marrow biopsy?
A bone marrow aspiration and biopsy IF properly done should cause minimal discomfort and virtually no after-effects. READ MORE
How long does it take hemoglobin to recover after surgery?
Obviously it depends on how low your hemoglobin is and if the anemia is due only to blood loss and not other problems such as iron deficiency or just inflammation. If just blood loss and not severe, it would usually replace in about a month. READ MORE
Is low hemoglobin normal after COVID?
A slight anemia after a serious infection may be normal. I have no idea of the level to which you are referring and it would be a good idea to have this evaluated by a competent physician. READ MORE
What are the side effects of radiation therapy for leukemia?
Radiation therapy is not routinely used for leukemia, sometimes for lymphoma. In general, it would depend on what part of the body is being radiated. Usually no important acute side effects. Sometimes nausea if abdomen being radiated. READ MORE
How can I increase my hemoglobin without blood transfusion?
Find out the cause of anemia (low hemoglobin) before any therapy can be advised. here are any diverse causes. READ MORE
What is my life expectancy after two units of red blood cell transfusion?
Absolutely no effect on your longevity. READ MORE
Is this ok before a blood transfusion?
This is variable depending on age and condition. You should talk to your hematologist about red cell stimulants such as erythropoietin which may make transfusions unnecessary. READ MORE
Do I have leukemia?
I doubt it. But a blood test should rule this out. See a doctor. READ MORE
Taking golo?
I have no idea what Golo is nor are there any studies to support it. Taking any OTC drugs, especially supplements, is potentially dangerous with chemotherapy as no studies have been done to assess its potential interaction with these drugs. READ MORE
HIV in my tests?
I doubt you were tested from HIV unless there was some reason or you requested it. If positive, of course you would be told. READ MORE
What causes white blood cells to be high in a child?
Depends on the type of white cell involved. May be reactive to some other situation (infection, allrgy, inflammation) or more serious., READ MORE
Is high leukocytes in blood dangerous?
What is the type of leucocyte that is high? There are several types. Depending on the type would alert one to what the underlying condition may be and whether or not it may be serious. READ MORE