Jeffrey P. Friedman, MD

Jeffrey P. Friedman, MD A true partner in health who you can reach 24/7 and see same- or next-day. He sees fewer patients, which means more time for each one.

Dr. Friedman, Board Certified Internal Medicine physician, offers a different approach to primary care. Patients appreciate same/next-day appointments that start on time and aren't rushed; plus they can usually reach his 24/7. His practice also offers other services, including comprehensive, advanced health screenings and diagnostic tests, that go far beyond those found in concierge medicine practices. Dr. Friedman develops a personalized wellness plan based on the results of the wellness program. His MDVIP-affiliated practice is open to new patients.

I want my patients to exercise, eat gut-friendly foods and get enough rest—yet, they still struggle with gut health issu...
08/29/2025

I want my patients to exercise, eat gut-friendly foods and get enough rest—yet, they still struggle with gut health issues. Why? I think in some cases, it’s the medications they take.
Do you take medications that upset your gut health?

Gut health is a relatively new line of research. As more and more studies are published, experts realize that gut microbiota function like an organ. And like other organs, it’s affected by what you ingest. While you’re probably aware your diet can affect biomes, you may not have thought about me...

When I talk to my patients about gut health, their first thoughts are about foods that can affect it. And they’re correc...
08/25/2025

When I talk to my patients about gut health, their first thoughts are about foods that can affect it. And they’re correct, the food you eat plays a huge role in your gut health. However,
there are at least three other variables that also make a difference. Watch this video, featuring my colleague, Dr. Andrea Klemes, chief medical officer, MDVIP, to learn more.

The food you eat is key to your gut health — but it’s not the only important thing. Exercise, sleep and stress also play an important role. Watch the video above to find out how.

I always encourage my patients to make a healthy diet, exercise and stress management part of their everyday lives. Howe...
08/22/2025

I always encourage my patients to make a healthy diet, exercise and stress management part of their everyday lives. However, I realize these wellness tactics are difficult and huge commitments.
Fortunately, there are some easier wellness tactics that are just as important and that you can take to help maintain your wellness beyond 60. Share your favorite personal wellness tactic.

We often think of prevention from the perspective of youth. If we had started eating healthy in our 20s, if we had built strong exercise habits in our 30s, if we had maintained a healthy weight in our 40s … While we can do a lot of good — or bad — when we’re young, we can still have an impac...

I have many conversations with my patients about heart disease. Afterall, it’s the leading cause of death and the number...
08/18/2025

I have many conversations with my patients about heart disease. Afterall, it’s the leading cause of death and the number of cases is rising. In fact, heart disease should affect 60%
of American adults by 2050. But it’s a largely preventable condition. Here are some tips to lower your risk factors for heart disease.

It’s not news that heart disease has been the leading cause of death in the U.S. for more than a century. And despite public health efforts to lower heart disease rates in the U.S., it continues to lead in mortality causes. In fact, within the next 30 years, heart disease and stroke rates will ris...

Many women in my practice use hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to ease menopause symptoms. Of course, HRT is not right ...
08/14/2025

Many women in my practice use hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to ease menopause symptoms. Of course, HRT is not right for every woman, particularly if breast, ovarian or endometrial
cancer, stroke or blood clots are a risk. If they are, you might instead take supplements. But should they? Do you use menopause related supplements? Do you think they’re effective?

In 1942, Wyeth Pharmaceuticals introduced the first hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for women going through menopause. Over the intervening decades, doctors have gone back and forth on the safety and efficacy of using HRT to treat symptoms like hot flashes and vaginal discomfort.

Many of my patients are dealing with stress-induced insomnia. But they’re not alone. A recent report found that American...
08/11/2025

Many of my patients are dealing with stress-induced insomnia. But they’re not alone. A recent report found that American adults are more stressed and sleeping less. Here are some tips
and tricks that I’ve taught my patients that can help ease your stress and get better sleep. Do you struggle with insomnia? Do you have advice for others?

If you’re struggling to get a good night’s sleep, chances are you’re stressed. Stress is another public health issue plaguing America. In fact, more than 25% of American adults reporting being so stressed that they can’t function, according to a poll conducted by the American Psychological A...

Learn how insurance works with my practice.
08/08/2025

Learn how insurance works with my practice.

MDVIP works with your health insurance to offer a unique doctor network. Get started today to access premium benefits and expert medical assistance programs.

I’ve spent years teaching my patients how to read nutrition labels, primarily focusing on serving sizes, calories and gr...
08/06/2025

I’ve spent years teaching my patients how to read nutrition labels, primarily focusing on serving sizes, calories and grams of sugar. But there’s more on a label than those three things.
Ingredients matter too, especially preservatives added to processed foods to sustain shelf life. Many preservatives are deemed safe, but some should be limited or even avoided, such as the five listed in this link. Are you concerned about preservatives? Do
you ever notice the five discussed in the blog on your labels?

Processed foods can be a double-edge sword. On one hand, they’re easy, convenient time savers. But they are often made with questionable ingredients, from high fructose corn syrup, excessive salt and added sugars.

If you’re experiencing symptoms such as tummy aches, headaches or even hives after you eat certain foods, talk to me abo...
07/01/2025

If you’re experiencing symptoms such as tummy aches, headaches or even hives after you eat certain foods, talk to me about it. You may have a food sensitivity, intolerance or allergy. A growing number of American adults are living with food allergies. But there are steps we can take to help manage the situation.

Food allergies are incredibly common and can often result in hospitalization. Discover types of allergies, what you can do about them, and how MDVIP can help.

Throughout my entire career I preached weight management to my patients. Obesity takes a huge toll on your heart. Studie...
06/30/2025

Throughout my entire career I preached weight management to my patients. Obesity takes a huge toll on your heart. Studies suggest the toll is greater on women; in fact, obesity in some women can double, even triple their risk for heart failure. Here’s what you need to know.

While obesity can lead to declining heart health, a new study states that women with obesity can face triple the risk of heart failure. Learn more.

As we age, we experience changes in our hair. Typically, most people experience some hair loss. You may notice your hair...
06/29/2025

As we age, we experience changes in our hair. Typically, most people experience some hair loss. You may notice your hair sheds faster, grows slower and thins. Some of my patients have asked how they can keep their hair healthy. What surprises most of my patients is that healthy hair is not achieved through expensive products – it’s through your diet. Here are seven foods that can help you maintain healthy hair.

Discover 7 foods that you can incorporate into your diet daily to promote healthier hair. Learn about the key element to healthy hair and how to achieve it.

For years, I’ve been encouraging my patients to choose whole foods. Ultra-processed foods like many brands of frozen piz...
06/29/2025

For years, I’ve been encouraging my patients to choose whole foods. Ultra-processed foods like many brands of frozen pizza, sports drinks and breakfast cereals raise your risk for obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease and cognitive decline. They’re also linked to cancer. Learn how ultra-processed foods increase your risk for cancer.

Ultra-processed foods, although more affordable than whole foods, may be linked to cancer. Prioritize your health by exploring this study by The Lancet.

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