About
Dr. Lee Freedman is a board-certified internist practicing in Highland Park, IL through the MDVIP network. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Medicine from Northwestern University in 1981, completing the Honors Program in Medical Education. He then continued at Northwestern University Medical School, earning his Doctorate of Medicine in 1986 through the same honors program. Between undergraduate and medical school, he pursued additional study at Hebrew Union College - Jewish Institute of Religion in Jerusalem, Israel.
Dr. Freedman completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, finishing his residency in 1989. During his internship, he received a nomination for the Upjohn Outstanding Intern Award. He specializes in treating type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, and gout. Dr. Freedman has also served as a host on ReachMD Radio, a national satellite radio station for medical professionals. He takes a whole-person approach to clinical care, focusing on each patient's complete picture rather than a single presenting complaint.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Northwestern University, B.S. in Medicine, 1981; Honors Program in Medical Education
Medical School
Northwestern University Medical School, Doctorate of Medicine, 1986; Honors Program in Medical Education
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of Cincinnati Medical Center, 1987-1989
Additional Training
Internship: University of Cincinnati Medical Center, 1986-1987; Hebrew Union College - Jewish Institute of Religion, Jerusalem, Israel, 1981-1982
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Freedman right for?
Dr. Freedman is a strong fit for adults seeking a thorough, relationship-driven internist. Patients managing chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, hypertension, or high cholesterol benefit from his proactive approach. He works well with patients who value direct physician access, including 24/7 phone availability. Those who travel frequently also benefit from his practice, as he coordinates care remotely and assists with local medical resources when patients are away from home.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Freedman specializes in internal medicine and focuses on conditions including type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, and gout. He takes a whole-person approach, evaluating each patient's full health picture during every visit.
Yes. Dr. Freedman is reachable by phone 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including evenings and weekends. Patients can contact him directly for urgent concerns at any time.
Yes. Dr. Freedman sees every patient personally. The practice does not route patients to nurse practitioners or physician assistants during office visits.
Dr. Freedman earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Medical School through the Honors Program in Medical Education. He completed both his internship and internal medicine residency at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center.
Yes. During his internship at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Dr. Freedman received a nomination for the Upjohn Outstanding Intern Award. He also completed Northwestern University's Honors Program in Medical Education across both his undergraduate and medical school years.
Yes. Dr. Freedman assists patients who require medical attention away from home. He can help coordinate care with local hospitals, pharmacies, or physicians and has responded directly to patients in urgent situations while they were traveling.
Dr. Freedman takes a whole-person approach to medicine. He evaluates each patient's full health status rather than focusing narrowly on a presenting complaint. Patient accounts highlight cases where he identified serious underlying conditions during visits for seemingly minor issues.
Dr. Freedman holds affiliations with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern University, Highland Park Hospital, Evanston Hospital, and Glenbrook Hospital.
Yes. Dr. Freedman has served as a host on ReachMD Radio, a national satellite radio station for medical professionals. His involvement reflects a broader engagement with the medical community beyond his clinical practice.
Dr. Freedman is not currently accepting new patients. 3847 to find nearby MDVIP-affiliated physicians who are accepting new members.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026