In addition to English, he speaks Hebrew. These areas are among his clinical interests: cancer surgery, thyroid problems, and dermabrasion. Dr. Friedman is professionally affiliated with Pennsylvania Hospital, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP), and Philadelphia VA Medical Center. He obtained his medical school training at Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College and performed his residency at Jefferson University Hospitals. His patients gave him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Friedman takes several insurance carriers, including Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Coventry, and TRICARE. Dr. Friedman has received distinctions including Recognized in Philadelphia m agazine's annual Top Docs issue, 2012-2017 and Recognized by Best Doctors in America - 2013-2014.