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Michael Eric Friduss
4.9 out of 5 (153)
Michael Eric Friduss

Michael Eric Friduss, MD

Otolaryngology

Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery Clinic
2380 Sutter St., Third Floor,
San Francisco, CA 94115
+3 more locations
(415) 476-7877
4.9 out of 5 (153)
Virtual visits available
4.9 out of 5 (153)
Virtual visits available
Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery Clinic
2380 Sutter St., Third Floor,
San Francisco, CA 94115
+3 more locations
(415) 476-7877

About me

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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.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Otolaryngology, 1989

  • Residencies

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD AND NECK SURGERY, 1989

    University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine, General Surgery, 1985

  • Internship

    University of Illinois College of Medicine, General Surgery, 1984

  • Degree

    University of Illinois College of Medicine, 1983

  • Languages

    English

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

My reviews

4.9

Overall Experience
153 Ratings
About our process
Mar 26, 2025
Excellent information and instructions.
Feb 27, 2025
Thank you Dr Friduss for being my stellar surgeon. I would not be still living without your excellent diagnosis of my cancer.
Feb 14, 2025
The provider had excellent bedside manner and listened very carefully to my symptoms. However, I felt that he may not know my condition very well because he recommended I see another ENT for another opinion. But good news is that he was able to rule out anything serious with my condition.
Feb 11, 2025
Dr Friduss is an excellent surgeon and a great human being
Jan 29, 2025
All of the staffs showed their concerns with me
Jan 22, 2025
Dr Friduss was amazing. Put me at ease, listened well, gave me a chance to have input in my care, even brought in another specialist. He was amazing. I wish all UCSF docs were like dr friduss. I even loved his snot jokes.
Jan 10, 2025
I scheduled the appointment a a second opinion. I received excellent explanations and suggestions for a proposed better approach. I am very grateful for the time and knowledge provided.
Jan 09, 2025
Excellent care provider. The best I have among all the others.
Jan 08, 2025
I definitely recommend Dr. Friduss to others.
Oct 11, 2024
Truly an amazing caring Dr. He listened to every concern, and did not make me feel rushed like so many Dr.s do these days! An extremely knowledgable and respectful Dr. We drive 2 1/2 hours to see him because he is worth the drive! Simply the BEST!
Oct 09, 2024
Dr. Friduss is a great listener and really takes the time to get to know you to better understand your health problems. The procedure was very interactive and educational. My best experience in a doctor's office in a very long time.
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.
Jul 13, 2024
I would recommend Dr Friduss for all ENT needs
Jul 03, 2024
He took care of me very well
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!

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