About
Patrick H. Friedli, MD is a dually board-certified physician in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine practicing in Traverse City, Michigan. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology, Magna Cum Laude, from Central Michigan University in 1986. He then completed his Doctorate of Medicine at Wayne State University in 1990. Dr. Friedli completed both his internship and residency in Family Medicine at Mid-Michigan Regional Medical Center in Midland, Michigan, where he served as Chief Resident from 1991 to 1993.
Dr. Friedli brings over 34 years of primary care experience to his MDVIP practice, having cared for patients from newborns through end-of-life. He served as Medical Director of the Weight Management Program at Munson Medical Center from 2003 to 2020. Northern Express recognized him as Best Family Physician in 2000, and he received the Dr. Harry A. Towsley Award for Outstanding Resident in 1993. He holds membership in the American Academy of Family Physicians, the Michigan Academy of Family Physicians, and the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society, among other professional organizations. His clinical passions include weight management, nutrition counseling, skin cancer risk identification, and helping patients prevent chronic conditions from worsening. Outside of medicine, he enjoys regular exercise, sports, watching movies with his wife, and spending time with family.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Central Michigan University, B.S. Biology, Magna Cum Laude 1986
Medical School
Wayne State University, Doctorate of Medicine 1990
Residency
Family Medicine, Mid-Michigan Regional Medical Center, Midland, MI 1991-1993 (Chief Resident)
Additional Training
Internship: Mid-Michigan Regional Medical Center, Midland, MI, 1990-1991
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Friedli right for?
Dr. Friedli is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care physician with deep experience across all life stages. Patients managing weight concerns, obesity, or related metabolic conditions benefit from his dual board certification in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine. He works particularly well with patients focused on prevention, including those wanting early identification of chronic disease risk or skin cancer markers. Adults in the five-county Northern Michigan region who want a physician accessible for same-day visits and after-hours contact will find his practice well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Friedli specializes in family medicine, obesity medicine, weight management, and chronic condition prevention. He also focuses on identifying risk markers for diseases, including skin cancers, through the MDVIP Annual Wellness Program. His clinical background spans care for patients at every life stage.
Yes. Dr. Friedli holds dual board certification from both the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Board of Obesity Medicine. This dual certification reflects his deep focus on weight-related health alongside comprehensive primary care.
Dr. Friedli earned his medical degree from Wayne State University in Detroit in 1990. He completed his internship and Family Medicine residency at Mid-Michigan Regional Medical Center in Midland, Michigan, where his peers and faculty selected him as Chief Resident.
Dr. Friedli brings over 34 years of primary care experience to his MDVIP practice. He has cared for patients across the full spectrum of life, from newborns through end-of-life issues.
Dr. Friedli takes an integrated approach to weight management, combining nutrition counseling, obesity medicine expertise, and preventive care. He served as Medical Director of the Weight Management Program at Munson Medical Center for 17 years, from 2003 to 2020. He works with patients to build healthier lifestyle habits that address root causes.
Prevention sits at the center of Dr. Friedli's practice. He uses the MDVIP Annual Wellness Program to deliver comprehensive screenings and identify disease risk markers early, including those related to skin cancer and chronic conditions. His goal is to help patients stop health problems before they worsen.
Dr. Friedli holds an affiliation with Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. This connection supports patients who need hospital-level care or specialist referrals within the region.
Yes. Northern Express recognized Dr. Friedli as Best Family Physician in 2000. He also received the Dr. Harry A. Towsley Award for Outstanding Resident in 1993 during his training at Mid-Michigan Regional Medical Center.
Dr. Friedli holds membership in the American Academy of Family Physicians, the Michigan Academy of Family Physicians, the Michigan State Medical Society, the Northern Physician Organization, and the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026