Michael Eric Friduss

MD

Otolaryngologist
Head and neck surgeon
Dabbler in the fine arts and long-distance runner

About me

Cisgender man

Pronouns: He | Him | His

Telehealth (video visits)
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Dr. Michael Eric Friduss is an otolaryngologist. He cares for patients who need general head and neck surgery, procedures involving the thyroid or parathyroid glands, and facial plastic surgery. With every patient, his emphasis is on providing kind, compassionate care.

Friduss' recent research focuses on treating hypercalcemia (excess calcium in the blood), which can be caused by overactive parathyroid glands (small glands that sit behind the thyroid glands in the neck and secrete a hormone that regulates calcium).

Friduss earned his medical degree at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He completed a residency in otolaryngology – head and neck surgery at the University of California, Los Angeles.

In his free time, Friduss enjoys long-distance running and taking fine arts classes. He has completed 15 marathons on six continents, including the 2021 San Francisco Marathon, which he did with his daughter and niece.

  • Education

    University of Illinois College of Medicine, MD, 1983

  • Residencies

    UCLA, Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, 1989

  • Academic Title

    MSP Physician

The Talmud teaches that whoever saves a single life is considered to have saved the whole world.

Where I see patients (3)

    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    145 Ratings
    About our process
    Sep 24, 2024
    Dr. Fribuss was terrific. He explained what he was doing, in both medicalise and English. He walked me through what was on the screen as the video camera explored the path through my nose to my vocal cord and then as it explored my mouth and throat. Plus, he was pleasant and friendly, and even showed me how to make a video of what his video had recorded so I could review it later and if I chose, to review it with my physician wife. UCSF did well to hire him.
    Jun 12, 2024
    Dr. Friduss is great. I always appreciate the caring and effective care he provides.
    Jun 12, 2024
    Dr. Friduss is very friendly and gentle. I didn't have any bruises from my septoplasty. When he worked on my nose at the appointment, he was careful not to hurt me.
    May 03, 2024
    This Doctor is outstanding, I felt at ease, he walked me through everything. Took time to make sure I was completely numb before the endoscopic procedure. Talked to me and showed me what he saw. Explained risks of prolonged medication. What the surgery would be like. Amazing Doctor!
    Apr 24, 2024
    I was very well taken care of
    Apr 16, 2024
    Dr Freitas is wonderful. Such a caring and competent provider
    Apr 02, 2024
    Very good cannot adequately describe the quality of service from Dr Friduss
    Mar 27, 2024
    Awesome experience
    Mar 13, 2024
    Dr Friduss is a stupendous Dr. Loved to have him as my Dr.
    Mar 06, 2024
    Best doctor ever!!!
    Mar 06, 2024
    Dr. Friduss has been absolutely amazing, stellar bedside manner.
    Dec 20, 2023
    Dr Friduss was very communicative, courteous and thorough in his approach. He explained every thing he was doing very systematic.
    Dec 13, 2023
    The doctor was very friendly and thorough. He listened and understood my concerns. He did an extremely good job.
    Dec 12, 2023
    First time we met. She was up to date with my case and seemed very in tune.
    Nov 29, 2023
    Excellent doctor!
    Nov 28, 2023
    One of my most favorite doctors ever
    Oct 24, 2023
    Dr. Friduss made me feel so comfortable and he explained everything so well. A very concerned and gentle physician
    Oct 18, 2023
    I haven't felt that well cared for in a long time.
    Sep 27, 2023
    Excellent care!
    Sep 26, 2023
    Dr. Friduss is the kindest, most thoughtful, and attentive doctor I've ever met. I felt truly understood and cared for.
    Sep 06, 2023
    Dr. Michael Friduss is amazing! I have worked at a level 1 trauma center for 25 years and have been around many doctors and clinical staff. I guess you expect your doctor to be able to diagnose and provide treatment but what really does it is when they are also able to communicate with such empathy, patience and clarity. This is the first time I met Dr. Friduss and it was so evident from the very beginning of my visit how much he enjoys caring and treating his patients. I left with complete knowledge of what is going on with me. It was like I was In class and enjoyed every minute of my visit. I don't usually do many reviews, but it would not be fair to not give Dr. Friduss an amazing review. I am so grateful and lucky that I got a referral to his office and that he is my doctor.
    Aug 30, 2023
    Dr. Friduss shows such care and attention to even the more minute issues or worries I have had. He and his team worked with me and my (awful) insurance company who, up to the night before my surgery, had delayed the approval.
    Aug 11, 2023
    Dr. Friduss is fantastic!
    Aug 01, 2023
    What an incredible ENT we had the privilege of meeting with today. He was so kind, thorough and caring. I so appreciate the care he provided to my daughter today.
    Jul 18, 2023
    God created a kind-hearted, a caring, delicate, compassionate, and brilliant physician to help this world a better place to live with good health. I am very blessed to be his patient.
    Jun 28, 2023
    One of the best doctors I have had.
    Jun 21, 2023
    So great!
    May 24, 2023
    Dr Friduss is the best doctor I have ever had in all the years I have been seeing doctors. He is the most kindest doctor. He cares so much about my well being and I feel so valued as a patient. I wish all my doctors were like Dr Friduss, he makes you feel so cared for and I trust him 100% with my health. I can't thank him enough for his gentleness with all my issues and his sincerity. He is absolutely the very best! The Top Doctor in all of California!
    May 17, 2023
    Dr. Friduss was terrific- He was knowledgeable, caring and compassionate, one of the best physicians I have ever seen in my life
    May 17, 2023
    He's one of the greatest and most caring doctors I've ever met. Thanks Dr. Friduss for being so kind!
    May 09, 2023
    Very nice and pleasant
    May 04, 2023
    Dr is pretty amazing!!
    Mar 22, 2023
    Dr. Friduss, is an amazing doctor! Fantastic bed side manner. Listens and shows support and wants to fix the problem. Highly recommend him.
    Feb 22, 2023
    Excellent doctor. Kind, professional, excellent!
    Feb 14, 2023
    Dr. Friduss has the best bedside manners.Very friendly and detailed. He was very thorough with his examination and explanation. I highly recommend him. Great doctor!
    Jan 25, 2023
    I felt comfortable in his care.
    Jan 09, 2023
    Dr Friduss is one of the kindest, most gentle, most caring doctors I have ever had! He is just wonderful!
    Jan 09, 2023
    I am very grateful that I saw Dr Friduss and now know what the next steps are to treat my health issue.
    Dec 27, 2022
    Dr. Friedus forgot to wear his mask for most of the appointment.
    Dec 02, 2022
    The doctor was great he was always professional and friendly.
    Nov 23, 2022
    Wonderful kind and informative Best bedside manner Highly intelligent and caring Would definitely recommend him to everyone

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