Dr. Douglas Friesen, MD | Wichita, KS | Anesthesiologist | US News Doctors

Dr. Douglas Friesen MD

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Patients Top Choice

<p>Patient Top Choice label is awarded to providers who have received a 5-star rating from their patients. Read more about our methodology <a target="_blank" href="https://health.usnews.com/health-care/top-doctors/articles/doctor-finder-data-sources-and-methodology#patient-experience">here</a>.</p>
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Patient Rating

Overview

Dr. Douglas Friesen is an anesthesiologist in Wichita, Kansas and is affiliated with Valley View Medical Center. He received his medical degree from University of Kansas School of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Douglas Friesen accepts Medicare, Aetna, Blue Cross - see other insurance plans accepted. Dr. Douglas Friesen is highly recommended by patients.

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Specialties

Specialty

Anesthesiology

Anesthesiologists are the physicians who use anesthesia to ensure you're asleep or unconscious during surgery or other medical procedures. They also relieve pain before, during and after operations and treat chronic pain patients with devices such as medication pumps or procedures like nerve blocks.

Subspecialties

Addiction Medicine

Critical Care Medicine

Pain Medicine

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Patient Experience

Patient Awards

Patients recommend

Makes time for patients

Patients' top choice award

Listens attentively

Patients recommend

Patients would recommend to friends and family.

Makes time for patients

Spends appropriate amount of time with patient and provides thorough examinations.

Patients' top choice award

Doctor has top marks across all patient-rated categories

Listens attentively

Rated highly on their manner and listening skills.

Overall Patient Experience

Excellent

(5/5)

7 Reviews Total|0 Reviews Within Last 12 Months

Provider's follow-up

Previous patients' satisfaction of the followup care they received from this physician and responsiveness to their concerns

Excellent

(5/5)

Amount of Time with Patient

Previous patients' satisfaction with the time this physician spent with them during appointments

Excellent

(5/5)

Provider's Attitude

Previous patients' assessment of this physician's friendliness and caring attitude

Excellent

(5/5)

Perceived Outcomes

Previous patients' satisfaction with the physician's treatment of a condition or outcome of a procedure

Excellent

(5/5)

Patient Loyalty

Previous patients' trust in this physician, likelihood to see this physician again, or willingness to recommend this physician to another patient

Excellent

(5/5)

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Areas of Expertise for Dr. Friesen

This doctor provides the following types of care. The more often a doctor has treated a particular condition or has performed a particular surgery, the more expertise they may have in treating patients with similar needs. Based on three years (2020-2022) of Medicare data, each scale below indicates the volume of episodes compared to other doctors who treat the same condition. Click here to learn more about our methodology.

Lower back painLower back pain is discomfort in the lower part of the spine and can vary in severity.

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Most

Muscle pain, fibromyalgia, and limb painMuscle pain, fibromyalgia, and limb pain can cause discomfort and reduced movement.

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Disorders of the thoracic spineDisorders of the thoracic spine (spine stenosis, spondylosis, or spondylolisthesis) can cause discomfort and issues with the mid-back area.

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Location & Contact Information

Doctor Address

Ridgewood Surgery and Endoscopy Center, 4013 N Ridge Rd, Suite 100, Wichita, KS, 67205

(316) 768-4218

Affiliated Hospitals

1

Valley View Medical Center

Where does Dr. Friesen practice?

Doctor’s Office

Kansas Spine Anesthesia Corporation Pa

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Education & Experience

Medical School & Residency

University of Texas - Dallas

MS, Healthcare Management, 2010-2012

University of Kansas (Wichita)

Residency, Anesthesiology, 1984-1986

University of Tennessee Haslam School of Business

MBA, Business Administration, 2015-2016

University of Kansas (Wichita)/Wesley

Internship, Transitional Year, 1983-1984

University of Kansas School of Medicine

Medical School

Certifications & Licensure

KS State Medical License

Active through 2025

MO State Medical License

Active through 2025

WA State Medical License

Active through 2026

MT State Medical License

Active through 2007

AZ State Medical License

Active through 2025

CA State Medical License

Active through 2025

HI State Medical License

Active through 2026

FL State Medical License

Active through 2020

Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Friesen

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We’ve published patient experience ratings for Dr. Friesen in 6 key categories based on 7 reviews. See ratings.
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Dr. Friesen's office is located at Ridgewood Surgery and Endoscopy Center, Wichita, KS. View the map.
Anesthesiologists are the physicians who use anesthesia to ensure you're asleep or unconscious during surgery or other medical procedures. They also relieve pain before, during and after operations and treat chronic pain patients with devices such as medication pumps or procedures like nerve blocks. See all conditions on Dr. Friesen's profile.

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Doctor's Details

Speaks English
Works at Valley View Medical Center

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