About
Jeffrey P. Friedman, MD earned his Bachelor of Science, Magna Cum Laude with Phi Beta Kappa honors, from Knox College in Galesburg, Illinois. He then studied at the University of Pennsylvania before completing his medical degree at Rush Medical School in Chicago in 1979. He completed both his internship and internal medicine residency at Danbury Hospital, affiliated with Yale Medical School, finishing in 1982. The American Board of Internal Medicine has granted him board certification in his specialty.
Dr. Friedman has practiced primary care in the Newtown area for more than twenty years. He holds an appointment as Associate Clinical Professor at Quinnipiac Medical School, a role he has held since 2014. He serves as Medical Director at Community Health Associates, a position he has held since 1998. He also holds membership in the American College of Physicians, the Connecticut State Medical Society, and the Fairfield County Medical Association. Dr. Friedman holds staff privileges at Danbury Hospital. He believes waiting and feeling rushed have no place in a medical office. His patients consistently describe him as thorough, accessible, and genuinely attentive to their individual health needs.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Knox College, Galesburg, IL - Bachelor of Science, Magna Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa (1975); University of Pennsylvania (1971-1973)
Medical School
Rush Medical School, Chicago, IL - Doctorate of Medicine (1979)
Residency
Danbury Hospital/Yale Medical School - Internal Medicine Residency (1980-1982)
Additional Training
Internship: Danbury Hospital/Yale Medical School (1979-1980)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Friedman right for?
Dr. Friedman is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care physician who prioritizes prevention and thorough follow-through. Patients managing chronic conditions benefit from his detailed, customized care plans. Anyone who values direct physician access after hours and on weekends will find his approach reassuring. He serves patients across Newtown, Bethel, Monroe, Redding, and Southbury looking for a long-term relationship with an experienced internist.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Friedman specializes in internal medicine, primary care, and preventive medicine. He focuses on comprehensive health management, chronic condition care, and early detection through advanced diagnostics. His practice suits adults looking for a physician who takes a thorough, proactive approach to their health.
Yes, Dr. Friedman holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He earned his medical degree from Rush Medical School and completed his residency at Danbury Hospital, affiliated with Yale Medical School.
Dr. Friedman earned his medical degree from Rush Medical School in Chicago in 1979. He completed both his internship and internal medicine residency at Danbury Hospital, affiliated with Yale Medical School, finishing in 1982. He previously studied at the University of Pennsylvania and earned his undergraduate degree from Knox College.
Dr. Friedman has practiced primary care in the Newtown, Connecticut area for more than twenty years. Over that time, he has built long-term relationships with patients across Newtown, Bethel, Monroe, Redding, and Southbury.
Yes, Dr. Friedman serves as Associate Clinical Professor at Quinnipiac Medical School, a position he has held since 2014. He also serves as Medical Director at Community Health Associates, a role he has maintained since 1998. He holds staff privileges at Danbury Hospital.
Dr. Friedman holds membership in the American College of Physicians, the Connecticut State Medical Society, and the Fairfield County Medical Association. These affiliations reflect his ongoing engagement with the broader medical community.
Dr. Friedman believes waiting and feeling rushed have no place in a medical office. He keeps his panel small so each patient receives thorough, unhurried attention. His patients consistently describe him as accessible and genuinely attentive to their individual health needs.
Yes, Dr. Friedman connects patients with specialists at leading Medical Centers of Excellence when local care does not meet their needs. He handles the referral coordination directly, ensuring patients reach the right specialist efficiently.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026