About
Dr. Amy Freedman is a fellowship-trained geriatrician and board-certified internist practicing in Baltimore, Maryland. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and History with honors from Swarthmore College in 1988, then completed a Master of Arts in East Asian Studies at the University of Pittsburgh. She went on to earn her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in 2000. She completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine from 2003 to 2006. She holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine in both internal medicine and geriatric medicine.
Dr. Freedman spent years as a clinical preceptor for medical students and internal medicine residents at Johns Hopkins. She served on the Geriatrics Clinical Preceptor team and the CME Committee at Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital. Her clinical interests include cardiovascular health, diabetes, women's health, and preventive medicine. She brings experience across office, rehabilitation, and home-based care settings, giving her a broad view of how adults navigate health at every stage. Her core focus is helping patients remain independent and active into their 80s, 90s, and beyond. She approaches each patient with a calm, collaborative style and builds treatment plans around individual needs and preferences.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Swarthmore College, B.A. English Literature and History (Honors Program), 1988
Medical School
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 2000
Residency
Internal Medicine, Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, 2001-2003
Fellowship
Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Division of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology, 2003-2006
Additional Training
University of Pittsburgh, Master of Arts, East Asian Studies, 1993; Internship: Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, 2000-2001
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Freedman right for?
Dr. Freedman is an excellent fit for adults who want a physician experienced in both internal and geriatric medicine. Patients managing cardiovascular disease, diabetes, or women's health conditions benefit from her focused clinical expertise. She works especially well with older adults who want to stay active and independent well into their later decades. Patients who value a calm, collaborative approach and thorough, unhurried visits consistently respond well to her style. Those navigating complex or chronic conditions across multiple care settings will find her cross-setting experience particularly valuable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Amy Freedman practices internal medicine and geriatric medicine. She also focuses on preventive medicine and cardiovascular health. Her clinical interests extend to diabetes management and women's health conditions.
Yes. Dr. Freedman holds dual board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine in both internal medicine and geriatric medicine. She completed fellowship training at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Division of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology.
Dr. Freedman earned her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. She completed her residency and internship in internal medicine at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. She then completed a fellowship in Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine from 2003 to 2006.
Dr. Freedman treats cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and a broad range of geriatric conditions. She also manages women's health concerns and emphasizes preventive care for adults at all life stages.
Dr. Freedman builds individualized treatment plans grounded in evidence-based medicine. She takes time to review records, discuss concerns, and collaborate with each patient on their wellness goals. Her approach is calm and thorough, with a particular focus on helping patients remain active and independent as they age.
Yes. Dr. Freedman has cared for adults across office, rehabilitation, and home-based settings. That breadth of experience gives her a strong understanding of care transitions and cross-setting coordination. She values close communication with other clinicians involved in a patient's care.
Yes. Dr. Freedman served as a clinical preceptor for medical students and internal medicine residents at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine from 2006 to 2014. She also served as a Geriatrics Clinical Preceptor at Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital from 2014 to 2016.
Dr. Freedman sees adults of all ages, with particular expertise in older adults and geriatric care. She has a strong interest in helping patients in their 70s, 80s, 90s, and beyond maintain independence and quality of life. She also sees patients for general internal medicine and preventive care needs.
Doctor profile last updated April 9, 2026