Jeffrey P. Friedman, MD

Jeffrey P. Friedman, MD A true partner in health who you can reach 24/7 and see same- or next-day. He sees fewer patients, which means more time for each one.

Dr. Friedman, Board Certified Internal Medicine physician, offers a different approach to primary care. Patients appreciate same/next-day appointments that start on time and aren't rushed; plus they can usually reach his 24/7. His practice also offers other services, including comprehensive, advanced health screenings and diagnostic tests, that go far beyond those found in concierge medicine practices. Dr. Friedman develops a personalized wellness plan based on the results of the wellness program. His MDVIP-affiliated practice is open to new patients.

From our family to yours, we wish you a happy and healthy Thanksgiving. As tempting as it may be to eat a little too muc...
11/27/2025

From our family to yours, we wish you a happy and healthy Thanksgiving. As tempting as it may be to eat a little too much of your favorite holiday foods, you’ll want to avoid overeating, especially if you are trying to manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, high cholesterol, cardiovascular disease and kidney disease. Here’s why.
https://www.mdvip.com/about-mdvip/blog/avoid-overeating-ensure-healthier-holiday-season
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Holiday celebrations are a tempting trap. Here are some healthy eating tips for anyone whose doctor has warned them to “watch what you eat."

Many of my patients switched from dairy milk to a plant-based alternative such as almond or oat milk. However, not all a...
11/25/2025

Many of my patients switched from dairy milk to a plant-based alternative such as almond or oat milk. However, not all alternative milks are created equal – and this is especially true of almond milk. Here’s what might be in your almond milk.
https://www.mdvip.com/about-mdvip/blog/whats-actually-your-almond-milk
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Have you switched to plant-based dairy alternatives like almond or oat milk? Whether this switch was for health or because you can’t tolerate traditional dairy, there’s something you should know about your beverage of choice: Not all alternative milks are created equal – and this is especially...

About two out of three Americans have some level of cognitive impairment by age 70. Currently, cognitive decline is not ...
11/23/2025

About two out of three Americans have some level of cognitive impairment by age 70. Currently, cognitive decline is not preventable or curable; however, there are tactics you can take to protect your brain health, such as exposure to scents while sleeping. Here’s what you need to know.
https://www.mdvip.com/about-mdvip/blog/study-finds-diffusing-scents-while-sleeping-may-boost-brain-health

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About two out of three Americans have some level of cognitive impairment at an age 70, according to the National Institutes of Health. Cognitive decline takes a tremendous toll on the quality of life of an individual and breaks the heats of family members. It also can be quite costly with expensive....

Great American Smoke OutToday is the . Lung cancer is probably the biggest concern associated with smoking, but there a...
11/20/2025

Great American Smoke Out
Today is the . Lung cancer is probably the biggest concern associated with smoking, but there are many others, including calcifications in the brain responsible for memory, emotions and motivation. Quitting smoking is extremely difficult, particularly for women, but it can save your life. If you’re a smoker, talk to me about devising a quit plan for you.
https://www.mdvip.com/about-MDVIP/blog/5-reasons-why-quitting-smoking-tougher-women
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Find out why it is harder for women to quit smoking than it is for men. Explore expert studies explaining 5 reasons why this tends to happen. Learn more.

Your metabolism’s function is to convert food and beverages into energy to power your body’s functions such as breathing...
11/19/2025

Your metabolism’s function is to convert food and beverages into energy to power your body’s functions such as breathing, circulating blood and exercising. Sometimes, abnormal chemical reactions occur in your body that interfere with your body’s metabolism. A metabolic disorder can affect your overall health, including weight. This is one reason why I am adamant about staying on top of screenings. Here’s what you need to know about maintaining metabolic health.
https://www.mdvip.com/about-mdvip/blog/understanding-your-metabolic-health-and-how-it-impacts-your-body
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Fundamentally, your metabolic health is about how well your body responds to and processes food. Our metabolism’s job is to convert what we eat and drink into energy to power your body’s functions. When everything is working well, your body has the energy to do a range of amazing things – from...

My patients ask many questions about bone health. It’s understandable – osteoporosis is a debilitating health condition ...
11/18/2025

My patients ask many questions about bone health. It’s understandable – osteoporosis is a debilitating health condition that affects many older women and some men. A commonly overlooked risk factor is excessive alcohol consumption, which is rising among American women. More women are drinking and drinking heavily. Learn more about the connection between alcohol and bone health.
https://www.mdvip.com/about-mdvip/blog/older-women-are-drinking-more-and-harder-and-its-affecting-their-bone-health

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When you think of osteoporosis, you probably imagine a frail, older woman. After all, osteoporosis is most often associated with thin, older women with small bone structures. White and Asian women tend to have a higher risk than Black and Latina women, but their risk also is significant.

When I talk to my patients about gut health, their first thoughts are about foods that can affect it. And they’re correc...
10/22/2025

When I talk to my patients about gut health, their first thoughts are about foods that can affect it. And they’re correct, the food you eat plays a huge role in your gut health. However,
there are at least three other variables that also make a difference. Watch this video, featuring my colleague, Dr. Andrea Klemes, chief medical officer, MDVIP, to learn more.

The food you eat is key to your gut health — but it’s not the only important thing. Exercise, sleep and stress also play an important role. Watch the video above to find out how.

I always encourage my patients to make a healthy diet, exercise and stress management part of their everyday lives. Howe...
10/22/2025

I always encourage my patients to make a healthy diet, exercise and stress management part of their everyday lives. However, I realize these wellness tactics are difficult and huge commitments.
Fortunately, there are some easier wellness tactics that are just as important and that you can take to help maintain your wellness beyond 60. Share your favorite personal wellness tactic.

We often think of prevention from the perspective of youth. If we had started eating healthy in our 20s, if we had built strong exercise habits in our 30s, if we had maintained a healthy weight in our 40s … While we can do a lot of good — or bad — when we’re young, we can still have an impac...

I have many conversations with my patients about heart disease. Afterall, it’s the leading cause of death and the number...
10/22/2025

I have many conversations with my patients about heart disease. Afterall, it’s the leading cause of death and the number of cases is rising. In fact, heart disease should affect 60%
of American adults by 2050. But it’s a largely preventable condition. Here are some tips to lower your risk factors for heart disease.

It’s not news that heart disease has been the leading cause of death in the U.S. for more than a century. And despite public health efforts to lower heart disease rates in the U.S., it continues to lead in mortality causes. In fact, within the next 30 years, heart disease and stroke rates will ris...

Experience better responsiveness, availability and on-time appointments in my practice.
10/21/2025

Experience better responsiveness, availability and on-time appointments in my practice.

MDVIP affiliated primary care doctors are from all over the country and provide personalized and holistic healthcare & medical approaches.

Many women in my practice use hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to ease menopause symptoms. Of course, HRT is not right ...
10/20/2025

Many women in my practice use hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to ease menopause symptoms. Of course, HRT is not right for every woman, particularly if breast, ovarian or endometrial
cancer, stroke or blood clots are a risk. If they are, you might instead take supplements. But should they? Do you use menopause related supplements? Do you think they’re effective?

In 1942, Wyeth Pharmaceuticals introduced the first hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for women going through menopause. Over the intervening decades, doctors have gone back and forth on the safety and efficacy of using HRT to treat symptoms like hot flashes and vaginal discomfort.

If you have a chronic condition, it's important to have a primary care doctor who knows you and can partner with you.
10/19/2025

If you have a chronic condition, it's important to have a primary care doctor who knows you and can partner with you.

Chronic conditions like diabetes and heart disease need extra attention. Find out how an MDVIP-affiliated doctor can help with your chronic care management.

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Newtown, CT
06470

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Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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