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Joseph Friedberg, MD, FACS
Thoracic Surgeon-in-Chief, Temple University Health System
Vice Chair, Surgical Services, Department of Thoracic Medicine and Surgery
Co-Director, Temple Health Mesothelioma and Pleural Disease Program
Professor, Thoracic Medicine and Surgery, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
Professor, Department of Surgical Oncology, Fox Chase Cancer Center
Specialties
- Thoracic Surgery
Areas of Expertise
Endobronchial Disease, Lung Metastases, Lung Cancer, Thymoma, Mesothelioma
Treatment Focus
Mesothelioma and other disorders of the pleura
Advanced/complicated lung cancer
Chest wall tumors
Mediastinal tumors
Distinctions
Treatment Philosophy
My practice philosophy is to treat every patient with the same respect, thoughtfulness, and commitment that I would want for myself or a family member. I believe every patient has unique aspects to their case and, therefore, every treatment plan must be carefully, and thoroughly, individualized. I have a zero threshold to consult colleagues, or marshal any available resources, if I believe it will contribute to the care of my patients.
I view my career as a calling, not a job, and I cherish, appreciate, and respect the sacred trust patients place in me when I have the privilege of being their surgeon.
Clinical Locations
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Fox Chase Cancer Center333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Phone: 888-369-2427
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Fox Chase Cancer Center at Temple University Hospital3401 N. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
Phone: 800-836-7536
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Temple Lung Center3401 N. Broad St
Ambulatory Care Center, 5th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19140
Phone: 800-836-7536
Educational Background
- Fellowship, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, MA
- Residency, General Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA
- MD, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
- BASc, Bioengineering, University of Pennsylvania College of Engineering and Applied Science, Philadelphia, PA
Certifications
- American Board of Surgery - Surgery
- American Board of Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery
Memberships
- American Association for Thoracic Surgery (AATS)
- Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS)
- International Mesothelioma Interest Group (iMig)
- American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
- International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC)
- American College of Surgeons (ACS)
- General Thoracic Surgical Club (GTSC)
- Eastern Cardiothoracic Surgical Society (ECTSS)
Honors & Awards
- Philadelphia Magazine Top Doctors, 2023-24
- Castle Connolly America's Top Doctors
- Castle Connolly America's Top Doctors for Cancer
Research Interests
- Utilizing the abdominal cavity for respiration
- Detection and treatment of pulmonary air leaks
- Mesothelioma translational and clinical research
- Lung cancer translational and clinical research
Patient comments
Like the care and concern that Dr. Friedberg Has as a cancer doctor and his PA. […] is so kind and caring and thoughtful can not say enough good things about both and his RN is very good.
Dr. Friedberg and his physician assistant [...] were great. [...] in particular who was always available to answer my question and help me when nobody else would. I followed DR. Friedberg and PA [...] to Temple and they did a great job. [...]
Dr Friedberg was so calm, respectful, and open to the questions me and my family had about the surgery. His bedside manner is top-notch and he clearly cares deeply for his patients and their families.
You guys are so excellent. Thank you.
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