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Dr. Eric Freedman, MD

Dr. Eric Freedman, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Eric Freedman, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Palm Desert, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with Eisenhower Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Practice

36951 Cook St Ste 102 Palm Desert, CA 92211

Make an Appointment

(760) 342-8444

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Freedman is affiliated with Eisenhower Medical Center Rancho Mirage, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for hand surgery.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Freedman specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Freedman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Freedman

4.3

28 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
82%
82%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
18%
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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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Edward – Sep 02, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Karen P. Storey – Apr 04, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 28, 2022
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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
Helpful
J Glynn – Nov 09, 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
Helpful
Palm Desert, CA – Jan 25, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
11 people found this helpful
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John in Rancho Mirage, CA – May 25, 2017
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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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Marktime in Palm Springs, CA – Sep 14, 2016
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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
9 people found this helpful
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Randy Partlow in Indio – Apr 14, 2016
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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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rachel in Blythe, CA – Feb 03, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Eric Freedman, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Palm Desert, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with Eisenhower Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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

  • Shands Health Care At The University Of Florida

    Fellowship Hospital, 1997

  • Ucla Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1991

  • Johns Hopkins School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1990

  • University Of California, Berkeley

    Undergraduate School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
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  • California Orthopaedic Association, Member

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Locations

Practice

Desert Hand Associates36951 Cook St Ste 102 Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Eisenhower Medical Center

    39000 Bob Hope Dr
    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
    Recipient of 38
    hospital awards

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

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    10% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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