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Dr. Elke Friedman, MD

Dr. Elke Friedman, MD

Hematology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Elke Friedman, MD is a hematologist in Richmond, VA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1996. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Henrico Doctors' Hospital and Parham Doctors' Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Friedman is affiliated with Henrico Doctors' Hospital Richmond, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Friedman specializes in the areas of Hematology & Medical Oncology. See board certifications
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital SatisfactionPatients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Friedman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Friedman

3.7

16 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
63%
63%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
6%
6%
2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
25%
25%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Dec 27, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 30, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Kimberly G – Nov 23, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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neil Gulati – Jul 26, 2021
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sharon B. Hoang – May 17, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Beth Klemen – Aug 03, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 09, 2019
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dorothy Irwin in MIDLOTHIAN, VA – Apr 18, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Richmond, VA – May 31, 2017
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 people found this helpful
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Drew in Richmond, VA – Oct 04, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

In life, there are many things we cannot control and many things we can control. For those that we can control, I strive to do the absolute best, including the care of my patients.
  • Hematology

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  • Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital
  • Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital
  • Medical College Of Wisconsin

    Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Hematology
Medical Oncology
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  • German

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Retreat Doctors' Hospital

    2621 Grove Ave
    Richmond, VA 23220
    Recipient of 35
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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  • Henrico Doctors' Hospital

    1602 Skipwith Rd
    Richmond, VA 23229
    Recipient of 54
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Parham Doctors' Hospital

    7700 E Parham Rd
    Richmond, VA 23294
    Recipient of 35
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    View all awards
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