Friedman Richard J MD

Friedman Richard J MD is a medical center in Charleston, SC, specializing in orthopaedics with a focus on shoulder and elbow care. The practice serves patients through MUSC Health Orthopaedics at West Ashley Medical Pavilion, offering specialized treatment for musculoskeletal conditions. Dr. Richard Joel Friedman, a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon, leads the shoulder and elbow surgery division at the Medical University of SC and holds academic appointments at both MUSC and Clemson University. He has extensive training from institutions including the University of Toronto, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, and Johns Hopkins University. The practice is located at 96 Jonathan Lucas St, serving the Charleston area with a focus on advanced surgical care.

Dr. Friedman is chief of shoulder and elbow surgery at MUSC Health and has held leadership roles at Roper Hospital, including chairman of orthopaedic surgery and medical director of the joint replacement program. His clinical expertise includes complex shoulder and elbow procedures, and he is recognized for his contributions to orthopaedic surgery and bioengineering. As a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons in Canada, he brings a high level of specialized training to his practice. The clinic is part of a broader network of MUSC Health orthopaedic locations across the region, including sites in Mount Pleasant, Summerville, and West Ashley.

The practice is situated on Jonathan Lucas Street, approximately a tenth of a mile from MUSC Health Medical Center, Calhoun Street, the Baruch Auditorium, the Jonathan Lucas House Marker, the public artwork Many Hands, Light Work, and the James W. Colbert Education Center and Library. These landmarks are all within a short walking distance, placing the clinic in a central, accessible location within Charleston’s historic district.

Despite a 3.2-star rating based on five reviews, the practice is distinguished by its affiliation with MUSC Health, a leading academic medical system in SC. The presence of a nationally recognized surgeon with dual academic appointments underscores the clinic’s commitment to advanced care and innovation in orthopaedic treatment. As a key provider in Charleston’s healthcare network, the practice plays a vital role in delivering specialized musculoskeletal care to patients throughout the Lowcountry.

Services:

• Elbow Arthroplasty
• Elbow surgery
• Joint replacement
• MRI Review Service
• Orthopaedic Surgery
• Orthopedic care
• Pediatric care
• Post-surgical Rehabilitation Coordination