Samuel Friedman
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
Cancer Center of Guam, 633 Gov. C. Camacho Rd Tamuning Guam, 96913About
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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People Behaving Badly, Or Why There Is a Medical Crisis in Guam
Originally published in The Guam Daily Post, Letter to the Editor (Part 1/Part 2)Oh, the poor folks hate the rich folksAnd the rich folks hate the poor folks.All of my folks hate all of your folksIt’s American as apple pie.Tom Lehrer – National Brotherhood Week lyricsGuam has so many positive...
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 causes a child to develop leukemia?
While a few leukemia cases may be related to bone marrow damage from radiation or drugs the majority of the causes are not known. READ MORE
Can low red blood cells trigger a heart attack?
In theory, yes. But I doubt it is an issue here. His shamus would have to be very extreme and there would usually need to be some coronary artery narrowing. READ MORE
Does pediatric leukemia treatment always involve radiation?
No, radiotherapy is uncommonly used today in childhood leukemia READ MORE
How do you monitor a low WBC count?
Depends on low low and what elements are low. If there is any question of a blood disease a bone marrow exam is usually appropriate.. READ MORE
What is a normal blood count for anemia?
Highly unusual to be anemic at that age if male. Do you have Thalassemia Minor? Hemoglobin should be at least 13 5 gm% READ MORE
What is the normal blood count percentage?
Quite variable. White cells 4000-10,000; Hemoglobin 13.5-15; platelets 150,000- 350,000. READ MORE
What causes low oxygen in the blood?
Anything that prevents oxygen from travelling from the air to the lungs or an abnormal hemoglobin which does not bind oxygen properly. Heart failure also does not move blood fast enough to oxygenate. Most cases due to lung disease READ MORE
Does my anemic child need blood transfusions?
Almost certainly not. Transfusions are reserved for acute, massive blood loss or a marrow problem where blood is not being manufactured. Any other anemia can be usually cured with proper medication. READ MORE
How long is your immune system compromised after chemo and radiation?
Not all chemotherapy suppresses immunity. The length of time immunity is suppressed depends upon type of chemotherapy, total dose, and dose of radiation and what parts if body are radiated. READ MORE
What is the life expectancy for children with pediatric blood cancer?
There are several types of blood cancers, but in general today, the overall survival is quite high especially with the "better" types. READ MORE
When do you usually find out your child has leukemia?
The consequences of anemia (pale, listless, irritable), low granulocyte count (infection fever) or low platelet count (bleeding or small hemorrhages under skin) singly or in combination, usual point to the diagnosis. READ MORE
Should I go to the ER if my blood sugar is over 300?
What do the letters ER stand for? I would not go to the ER for anything but an actual life threatening emergency. Yes, you have a problem that needs attention that is not immediately life threatening. Go see a decent doctor (Internal medicine or family doctor) who knows something about diabetic control, but NOT the ER. In the ER you will receive, at best, treatment to lower your blood sugar now (if necessary), but nothing for follow up which is what is really necessary., READ MORE
Is there a blood shortage during the pandemic?
While I have not personally heard of any shortage, it is safe to assume there has been a disruption of the donor pool due to the numerous lock-downs and fear of groups. READ MORE
How is blood checked for diseases?
Before blood is released it is checked for a whole host of diseases (viral and bacterial) which may be upgraded at times if a new threat is perceived in the scope of the donor pool. READ MORE
What blood type is likely to have blood cancer?
There is no correlation between blood type and hematologic malignancies. READ MORE
Can genetic testing determine bone marrow cancer?
Quick answer, yes, for certain types genetics are well defined. There are however, almost always, abnormalities in the blood counts. READ MORE
What is the likely cause(s) of having both B12 anemia and iron deficiency anemia simultaneously?
If you are receiving B12 injections it is virtually impossible (unless very rare disease) that you are still B12 deficient. Have serum B12 levels been checked after injections? What about iron studies and ferritin levels? If these have not been checked by your physician. I suggest seeing a competent hematologist. READ MORE
How do you test for bone cancer in children and adults?
A regular Xray would generally show up a bone cancer which would then need a biopsy to confirm the exact type. READ MORE
What will happen if lymphocytes count is high?
At that age and if the lymphocytes are normal and all the other blood elements in normal range,it's probably a reaction to a viral infection. READ MORE
How long does radiation stay in your body after cancer treatment?
The radiation per se does not stay in the body, but the potential damage to organs, particularly blood vessels, usually is lifelong and the particular organ cannot regenerate. This is usually dose dependent. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Ex. Prof of Medicine University of Kuala Lumpur 2011 - 2016
Awards
- Alpha Omega Alpha, Honor 1966 UBC
Professional Memberships
- American Society Clinical Oncology
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Guam Cancer Care; American Red Cross,
Areas of research
Lymphoma
Breast Carcinoma
Lung Cancer
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