Dr. Richard Friefeld, MD

Dr. Richard Friefeld, MD

Gynecologist
987.2 mi · 1951 SW 172nd Ave, Suite 200, Miramar, FL 33029

At a glance

4.62 stars (133 reviews)
92% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 18 insurances
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from George Washington University, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates of N. Mia. Bch
2 office locations
4.62
133 reviews
Bedside manner
4.6
Wait time
3.4

Recent reviews

I have been a patient of Dr. Friefeld for more than 25 yrs. He and his staff have always provided excellent care.
Verified patient
My visit was awesome. Very lovely environment, the staff were ok.The doctor was very verrrry nice.I felt very comfortable around him n my examinations went like a breeze.I am looking forward to my next appointment. Thanks zocdoc for ur help
Verified patient

Office locations

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Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates of N. Mia. Bch
987.2 mi · 1951 SW 172nd Ave, Suite 200, Miramar, FL, 33029
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Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates of N. Mia. Bch
993.8 mi · 16601 NE 19th Ave, North Miami Beach, FL, 33162

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In-network insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare

Popular visit reasons

Abdominal Pain
Acne
Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
Annual Physical
Birth Control / Contraception
Infertility Consultation
Pre-Travel Consultation
Weight Loss Consultation
Abdominal Pain
Acne
Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
Annual Physical

More about Dr. Richard Friefeld, MD

Dr Richard Friefeld is a graduate of George Washington University School Of Medicine. He also completed a Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He has been a Medical Doctor for 36 years and now sees patients in North Miami Beach and Miramar.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - George Washington University, Doctor of Medicine
Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Internship in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Practice

Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates of N. Mia. Bch

Affiliation

Memorial Hospital Miramar
Palmetto General Hospital

Certifications

American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Background

Languages spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Male

NPI number

#1649228685

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Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.62
Wait time
3.42
Bedside manner
4.57
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I have been a patient of Dr. Friefeld for more than 25 yrs. He and his staff have always provided excellent care.
Verified patient
He is the best doctor ever... So kind all the time I have him as a doc for 7 years, I 100% recomend this doctor
I'm making this guy my primary. He definetly knows what he's talking about and made me very comfortable:)
Verified patient
Excellent Doctor and friendly staff, Doctor truly pays attention to the patient's well being.
Verified patient
Very personable and knowledgeable, great bedside manner. Been a patient for several years.
I loved my visit with Dr. Friefeld. It was good and the staff was courtesy and pleasantly.
As always the doctor and the staff are wonderful. Wait time was due to making upgrades
Verified patient
The parking situation stinks although I got a perfect spot today. Dr Friefeld is great!
Verified patient
Very pleasant. Dr Friefeld is a great doctor. I gave been going to him over 25 years
Verified patient
I actually got his assistant and she was amazing. Super comfortable, and funny.
Great and professional establishment, however, the wait time was quite long.
Verified patient
He has been my doctor for over 11 years , not once been dissapointed !!!
Verified patient
Doc Friefeld and his team is the best. I recommend EVERYONE to them....:)
Verified patient
hes a great dr very polite very thorrow and patient highly recommended
Verified patient
I've been with Dr Friefeld for 23yrears I wouldn't go to any one else
Verified patient
terrible service , staff is very rude and this place is like a zoo
Verified patient
Exelente médico y buen personal de apoyo... Seguiré viéndome con el
Verified patient
Dr. Richard gave me a good care with lot of patience, and courtesy
Verified patient
I always go to Dr. Friefeld. He delivered my baby so he's trusted.
Verified patient
Dr. Friefeld was very easy to talk to. See you guys next month :~)
Verified patient
I have been a patient for a long time. Dr Friefeld is the BEST!
A super caring physician. Very knowledgeable and intelligent!
Verified patient
Dr. Friefeld and team are very professional people!!!
Verified patient
Understood my needs and actually listen. Best ever
Verified patient
Was. Really. Good profesional. Doctor I love him
Verified patient
He's a wonderful doctor. I'm very happy with him.
Verified patient
It went well!
I love it
Verified patient
The wait... Time management is must
Verified patient
It was wonderful as always
Verified patient
So far so good
Verified patient
As a person who's parents are medical professionals, I am sympathetic to the industry and the staff who work so hard to provide medical treatment. I will list my authentic, unbiased thoughts below as keep in mind I was a first time patient, and soon to be first time mother. CONS: -There are only 5 parking spots infant of the building otherwise I'm not sure where other's manage to find it. -Appointment was set for 8:30am, but I was not seen (by the Dr.) until 10:30am. -After being called to the back, no one really knew what to do with me so I stood near the "blood station" until someone asked me if I was being helped. I did this for over 45 minutes until I was noticed. -Once I was told I was going to be seen soon, there was a scramble by the staff to locate my file. I know it was missing because someone asked and everyone said "they didn't have it". It was finally located, by the "blood station". -In the exam room, Dr. Friefeld was extremely brief; Pap-smear was quick (certainly okay by me!) and once the u/s took into effect, he allowed my husband and I to appreciate the view of the baby for maybe 3-4min. He said heart beat looked good (we could not hear it) and he measured the baby from "rump to crown" and took note of it but made zero mention if all is healthy, on track or going well/bad. -After the exam + u/s he told me to get dressed and leave the room. Once I did this, I was back at the desk near the "blood station" and was told I had to come back for bloodwork. Once I asked the girl (who barely spoke english) what exactly was being tested with the bloodwork, the Dr. came around the corner and said "We test for everything - Down Syndrome and other deformities along with the sex. It's 99% accurate but we've never had an issue with it before. See you then" - Then walked away. -When I asked the girl when I could get those results, she said, "Don't worry, we will make an appointment follow up to review the results. If something bad happens, we will call you in beforehand to review." -Overall, I was with the Dr. for maybe 15 minutes total. -I left feeling very uneducated, and not knowing much anything about my baby other that it was moving in my uterus and had a visual heartbeat that looked strong. -Bedside manners/Customer Service was C- at most. -****Biggest con: apparently a newborn had died and one of the staff asked the doctor, in front of many patients and I in the back desk area (again, near the blood station), if he was available to speak to the medical examiner because a baby had died and was being seen by this doctor for care. He said not a problem, he would be happy to speak to the medical examiner about any questions but this is a conversation that should NOT happen infant of other patients particularly PREGNANT WOMEN! [The fact that a baby he had delivered + cared for had a passed away for reasons unknown, is NOT a good impression for a first time mother or any for that matter!] PROS: -The initial sign up paperwork was brief. The lady at the front desk was very kind and sweet. -The lobby/waiting room is clean and warm. HD TV, plenty of reading material, information about 3d ultrasounds, pamphlets and more. -This might be a great place for someone with multiple children who are seasoned vets, but not for first timers looking for kind & sweet Doctors.
The doctor and staff are very wonderful
Verified patient
It was absolutely wonderful as always
Verified patient
It was a great experience I love it there
Verified patient
The doctor took a vaginal us and kept no record of it! Now I either have to pay out of pocket for my new doctor to do an ultrasound or wait until I'm 13 weeks. 13 weeks to see my little bean! When I call to get information I am either put on hold then transferred to their answering service just to be hung up on OR the answering machine is full. This place is a circus. As a new mother I suggest that you find someone else. The office is dirty and the care is poor.
I would NOT recommend this doctor to anyone looking for a more personal experience. This being my first pregnancy I had a lot of questions to ask the doctor and was very excited for my 5 week visit! However, my excitement changed upon arrival. I'm going to skip over the lack of parking, dirty lobby, dirty urine test bathroom and cramp space and get to the point...The doctor answered a phone call while fist deep in my vag taking a sonogram (or some test)!! I never imagined that the first time I saw my little bean it would be interpreted by the doctor talking on the phone about a conference! No questions were answered not that I was even asked by the doctor if I had any questions. He is awful and the jokes aren't funny. I have Humana Insurance and will be looking for a new doctor asap.
Verified patient
I am going back, regardless of the wait.
Verified patient
Great doctor. Very helpful and kind
Verified patient
My visit was awesome. Very lovely environment, the staff were ok.The doctor was very verrrry nice.I felt very comfortable around him n my examinations went like a breeze.I am looking forward to my next appointment. Thanks zocdoc for ur help
Verified patient
He was awesome I will stick with him
Verified patient
Dr Friefeld is an amazing doctor. He took the time to look into every detail of my past office visits in his office and was very caring, sincere and knowledgeable. He made me feel very much at ease and answered all my questions thoroughly and gave me new information I took with me to review. He seemed very concerned and made sure all my needs for my visit were taken care of. I have been a patient for years at his office. Every visit is a delight. I will never go anywhere else.
Verified patient
They were horrible they lied and stole my money
His staff is very loving and caring. Dr. Friefeld is a very caring, attentive person. He takes his time to hear your concerns, and is very thorough. I'm sure you would agree with me once you schedule an appointment with him and see for yourself.
Verified patient
He is wanderful!
Loved him
Verified patient
The wait is too long.
When I got to the office realized I know him already, and would never go back... If you check his google and yahoo reviews you can see many real reviews what the reason is. He is rude ( when actually takes time to talk to you a few words at least), office is dirty and the waiting time is horrible.
Dr. was nice, but it took a very long itme until I was seen... and I work in a Dr.'s office- this was a little ridiculous... but I'm going back to give them a second chance. We'll see...
I have been going to Dr Friefeld for 22 years, would not consider going anywhere else. He is an excellent doctor and a very kind, compassionate person.
Verified patient
Frequently asked questions

Which hospital is Dr. Richard Friefeld affiliated with?

Dr. Richard Friefeld is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Miramar and Palmetto General Hospital.

What practice does Dr. Richard Friefeld work with?

Dr. Richard Friefeld works with Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates of N. Mia. Bch.

Where is Dr. Richard Friefeld's office located?

Dr. Richard Friefeld has 2 office locations, including in Miramar and North Miami Beach, view full addresses on Dr. Friefeld's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Friefeld have?

Dr. Richard Friefeld is certified by American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Richard Friefeld?

Dr. Richard Friefeld frequently sees patients for Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam, Annual Physical, Infertility Consultation, Pre-Travel Consultation, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Richard Friefeld on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Richard Friefeld speak?

Dr. Richard Friefeld speaks English and Spanish.

How do patients rate Dr. Richard Friefeld in reviews?

133 patients have reviewed Dr. Richard Friefeld. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.62/5. They have a 4.57/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.42/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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