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Education and Training
Medical School
Tulane University School of Medicine - GME
Field of Study: Medical Degree
Residency
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Field of Study: General Surgery
Temple University School of Medicine
Field of Study: Plastic Surgery
Fellowship
The Buncke Clinic
Field of Study: Hand & Microsurgery
Indiana University
Field of Study: Craniofacial/Peds Plastics
Certifications
- American Board of Plastic Surgery - Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
- American Board of Surgery - Surgery
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Explained all options - surgical vs. medical.
Care provider was clear and kind.
He answered all of our questions and was amazing with my son
Dr. Friel was one of the best doctors we have seen. He made me feel confident as a mom and my decisions for my child.
He is the best!
Dr. Friel did an amazing job. He listens, communicates well and engages the parent & child with the options available discussing the plan of care.
Dr. Friel has remained ultra involved in our child's care
Dr. Friel was wonderful. He listened to our concerns and asked questions. He explained our options thoroughly and asked us what we thought about it. He was very kind and personable.
Dr. Friel has a great bedside manner. He puts you at ease and everything in a way you can understand. He did an amazing job.