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Dr. Derek Frieden, MD

Dr. Derek Frieden, MD

Pain Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Derek Frieden, MD is a pain medicine physician in St George, UT and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ross University School of Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with Saint George Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Southwest Spine and Pain

2891 E Mall Dr Ste 101 St George, UT 84790

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(435) 656-2424

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Frieden specializes in the areas of Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Frieden's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Frieden

3.7

27 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
67%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
33%
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 02, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Marilyn K – Sep 13, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Rocky Pyle – Aug 13, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Barbara – Jun 02, 2020
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About Me

biography

Dr. Derek Frieden, MD is a pain medicine physician in St George, UT and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ross University School of Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with Saint George Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Pain Medicine

  • Interventional Pain Medicine

  • Anesthesiology

  • Pain Medicine Anesthesiology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Harvard University Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2004

  • Saint Louis University Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2003

  • Ross University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
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Anesthesiology
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Pain Medicine
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Locations

Southwest Spine and Pain

Southwest Spine and Pain - St. George Clinic2891 E Mall Dr Ste 101 St George, UT 84790
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saint George Regional Hospital

    1380 E Medical Center Dr
    St George, UT 84790
    Recipient of 19
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    17% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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