
Overview
Philosophy of care | In my area we’re dealing with people who are frightened. I’m trying to help patients deal with all of the information they’ve been hearing, and I’m trying to dispel all of the myths. It’s a matter of education and mutual trust. I’m there to do whatever I can do for them, even if it’s just a matter of easing their pain. | Also, I am a member of the thoracic cancer multidisciplinary consultation team. Together we review your diagnostic information and give you a written opinion reflecting the scope of your condition and recommendations for your best course of care. | Why I entered medicine | Medicine was not my first choice. I wanted to be first oboe in the New York Philharmonic. I have a love of biochemistry and science, and I like people. One day, I just decided I wanted to be a doctor. I wouldn’t change it for anything in the world. | Community involvement | I’m part of the National Cancer Institute’s community cancer program. Our goal is to be able to give the same care and treatment to everyone, whether they have health insurance or not. | Personal interests | I still play the oboe and will always have a love of music. I’m an avid cyclist, and I enjoy skiing.
Dr. Friedman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and Bone Marrow Aspiration.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles and participating in 9 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
Insurance
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Locations
1240 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 401, Allentown, PA 18103
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Friedman has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
9 Clinical Trials
Perelman Center For Advanced Medicine
Elizabeth Hexner is a Hematologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hexner is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. Her top areas of expertise are Systemic Mastocytosis, Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Myelofibrosis, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Hexner is currently accepting new patients.
LG Health Physicians Hematology And Medical Oncology
Samuel Kerr is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kerr is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC). Dr. Kerr is currently accepting new patients.
LVH Hematology Oncology-Pocono
Philosophy of care | Having been on the receiving end of multiple cancer diagnoses within my own family as I grew up, I strongly believe my patients and their families have the right to an honest discussion about their disease process. I personally make every effort to explain things in a simple yet detailed way, so patients understand their disease, goals of care and treatment plan. I want to be a trusted partner in helping them deal with their diagnosis, and make every effort to treat each patient as I would a family member. | Why I entered medicine | My family suffers from a genetic syndrome that predisposes them to developing cancer. Having grown up watching and helping most of the people I love deal with cancer, I decided to study medicine and do what I could to improve treatment and help others live their best possible lives with this disease. After medical school, I did basic science research at Johns Hopkins University, followed by residency and fellowship training at the Cleveland Clinic and the University of Pittsburgh, all to become the best oncologist I could be. | Community involvement | I am involved in organizations and charities that improve the lives and treatment of cancer patients. I also help provide free specialized remote care and expert opinion to international patients in collaboration with their local health care providers. I enjoy community events to educate people on targeted therapies and their success in making cancer a chronic disease. I also enjoy giving talks on how oncology is evolving and how cancer today often means patients living full lives while being treated for their disease. | Personal interests | Outside of work, I love to spend time with my family and our two dogs. Together we enjoy cooking, traveling, trying new cuisines and being outdoors. I also enjoy hunting and fishing. Dr. Ali is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Lynch Syndrome.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Friedman isDistinguished. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Friedman isDistinguished. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Large-Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Friedman isDistinguished. Learn about Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Friedman isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lung CancerDr. Friedman isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Friedman isDistinguished. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- Advanced
- AstrocytomaDr. Friedman isAdvanced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)
- Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)Dr. Friedman isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL).
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)Dr. Friedman isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).
- DehydrationDr. Friedman isAdvanced. Learn about Dehydration.
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- Experienced
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)Dr. Friedman isExperienced. Learn about Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).
- Acute Mountain SicknessDr. Friedman isExperienced. Learn about Acute Mountain Sickness.
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with MaturationDr. Friedman isExperienced. Learn about Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation.
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)Dr. Friedman isExperienced. Learn about Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML).
- Acute Promyelocytic LeukemiaDr. Friedman isExperienced. Learn about Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia.
