About
Robert A. D. is board certified in both Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases, two specialties he has practiced for more than 30 years. His colleagues know him as "The Doctor's Doctor," a recognition earned through decades of clinical excellence. He has served as Chief of Infectious Diseases at Miami Jewish Health Systems and as Chief of Infectious Diseases at Kindred Hospitals of South Florida. Officials, dignitaries, and heads of state traveling through South Florida have chosen Dr. Freedman as their physician. Legal and media professionals also turn to him for expert opinion, as he has appeared nationally on television and in the courtroom.
" He begins every visit with a full history and physical examination before ordering any tests, believing a diagnosis should be formed first and then confirmed. He is deeply passionate about infectious diseases, including COVID-19, malaria, and emerging pathogens. He takes hospital patient advocacy seriously, personally visiting hospitalized patients and ensuring their care proceeds correctly. His clinical warmth is well documented by patients, who describe him as having the presence of a trusted family doctor.
Education & Training
Additional Training
Chief of Infectious Diseases, Miami Jewish Health Systems; Chief of Infectious Diseases, Kindred Hospitals of South Florida
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Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Freedman right for?
Dr. Freedman is a strong fit for adults who want a physician involved in every layer of their care, from routine prevention to hospital advocacy. Patients managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, thyroid disorders, or COPD benefit from his internal medicine depth. Those with complex or unusual infectious disease concerns, including exposure to malaria or emerging pathogens, find his subspecialty training especially relevant. His Elite and Premiere members value direct cell phone access and house calls. Patients who prefer a clinician who examines thoroughly before ordering tests will feel at home with his approach.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Freedman holds board certification in two specialties: Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases. He has practiced both for more than 30 years. That dual training allows him to manage a wide range of conditions, from chronic disease to complex infections.
Dr. Freedman treats a broad range of conditions. These include infectious diseases such as COVID-19, malaria, pneumonia, and tuberculosis, as well as chronic conditions including diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, thyroid disorders, COPD, asthma, irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, and anemia. His dual board certification covers both primary care and infectious disease presentations.
" He takes a full history and performs a complete physical examination before ordering any tests. He believes a physician should form a clinical impression first, then use testing to confirm it. This approach minimizes unnecessary testing and keeps diagnosis grounded in direct patient evaluation.
Yes. Dr. Freedman has received official recognition as one of the best physicians in South Florida. " He has also appeared nationally on television and in the courtroom as an expert medical witness.
Yes. Dr. Freedman personally visits his hospitalized patients and acts as their advocate. He ensures tests run on schedule, communicates results clearly, and monitors the quality of care. Many concierge practices hand hospitalized patients to a hospitalist, but Dr. Freedman stays involved throughout.
Dr. Freedman served as Chief of Infectious Diseases at Miami Jewish Health Systems and at Kindred Hospitals of South Florida. He has written extensively on COVID-19, malaria, and the relationship between stress and immune function. Infectious disease is both his subspecialty and a longtime clinical passion.
Dr. Freedman has served as the physician of choice for dignitaries, politicians, and heads of state traveling through South Florida. Many continue to consult him after returning home. Professionals in law and media also seek his expert medical opinion. His patient base spans a wide range of adults seeking thorough, relationship-driven primary and infectious disease care.
Dr. Freedman has been in practice for more than 30 years. That experience spans hospital leadership, infectious disease management, concierge primary care, and expert medical consultation.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026