Dr. Joseph N. Friend

4.0 ( 5 reviews )

Punctuality

Knowledge

Ratings for Dr. Joseph N. Friend

3
Staff
5
Punctuality
2
Helpfulness
3
Knowledge

I believe Dr. Friend is caring and intelligent. Having said that, I had a test result that showed a problem and Dr. Friend either misread it or didn't understand it or was having a bad day. A year later without any further testing all of a sudden it was important to Dr. Friend to treat the condition. Now the condition is under control and I'm NOT ravenously hungry every minute like I was before the treatment. This was an endocrine problem. I suggest that you get copies of your test results and research for yourself.

Submitted Jan. 17, 2010

1
Staff
3
Punctuality
1
Helpfulness
3
Knowledge

Based on the reviews on this site, I made an appt with Dr. Friend. I was grilled by the appt maker as to why I needed to see him. Just because I don't know what's wrong with me doesn't mean he might not be able to help me, I mean that is what doctor's are for, right? Then, I get a call the day after I make the appt from the doctors' office, apparently Dr. Friend doesn't think that he is going to be able to do anything for me so it was suggested that I see the family doctor at the same practice. I'm sorry, but this just doesn't seem right to me, to turn away a patient before you even sit down and talk with them? Maybe I didn't want to tell my whole story to the snippy appointment maker? Maybe I didn't have the time to tell her? Bottom line is, I called to see the specialist, not the generalist. Too bad I can't review the actual doctor.

Submitted Dec. 17, 2009

5
Staff
5
Punctuality
5
Helpfulness
5
Knowledge

I have seen Dr. Friend for 25 years, he is the best. He is kind and caring, he doesn't rush you he listens. I would be lost without him.

Submitted Oct. 27, 2008

5
Staff
5
Punctuality
5
Helpfulness
5
Knowledge

Dr. Friend is the best doctor. He is so helpful, intelligent, and caring. He will take the time to answer all your questions.

Submitted June 13, 2008

5
Staff
5
Punctuality
5
Helpfulness
5
Knowledge

In addition to Internal Medicine, Dr. Friend also specializes in Endocrinology. His name speaks volumes. He is easy to communicate with, and is a gifted diagnostician, and compassionate caregiver.

Submitted May 11, 2008

Facility Affiliations


Dr. Joseph N. Friend's Credentials

Education

  • University Of Maryland School Of Medicine (Grad. 1970)

Insurance accepted by this Doctor

Other patients have successfully used these insurance providers, please call the Doctor's office to find out if your insurance plan is accepted.
Blue Cross / Blue Shield
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