Dr. Shelly Friedman, D.O., F.A.O.C.D
Dr. Friedman is a Board Certified Hair Restoration Surgeon
with 36 Years of Experience Treating More than 20,000+ Men and Women with Hair Loss.
HealthGrades.com “I was referred to Dr Friedman by a good friend and top 10 surgeon in the state of Arizona. I received the most amazing treatment that I experienced. I had done this before and what I received by Dr Friedman was comparing day and night. This is the best treatment that you can receive if interested in Hair transplants.”
— Parvis. S
February 12, 2022
Dr. Friedman has dedicated his medical career to becoming a true specialist in hair restoration surgery. He is the Founding President of the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery, the certifying board for hair transplant surgeons. Dr. Friedman believes that hair transplantation is a surgical specialty in itself and like other medical specialties, it requires professional oversight to protect the public from inexperienced surgeons. He has lectured extensively nationally and internationally at hair restoration and dermatology seminars. He has also taught his surgical techniques at live surgery workshops.
Dr. Friedman has been very generous with his time and knowledge, training a number of well known hair transplant physicians. Dr. Friedman not only performs the latest hair restoration techniques but also has advanced the practice of hair transplantation with his own innovative ideas and skills.
Dr. Friedman also holds a Board Certification for Dermatology, the field dedicated to skin, nails, and hair loss & alopecia.
Curriculum Vitae
Founding President, American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery
Medical Advisor, American Hair Loss Council
Office Address:
Scottsdale Institute for Cosmetic Dermatology
8700 East Via De Ventura, Suite 130
Scottsdale, Arizona 85258
PH: 480-970-0300
Education
| Medical School | Graduate School |
|---|---|
| Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine East Lansing, Michigan June 1978- June 1982 Degree: D.O., June 1982 |
Arizona State University Psychology & Family Counseling Tempe, Arizona January 1972- June 1973 |
| Undergraduate School | Secondary |
| Providence College Providence, Rhode Island September 1967- June 1971 |
Cranston High School East Cranston, Rhode Island September 1965- June 1967 |
Post Graduate Training
| Internship | Residency |
|---|---|
| Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital 50 N. Perry Street Pontiac, Michigan 48058 313-338-5000 DME: Joseph Territo, D.O. July 1, 1982- June 30, 1983 |
Department of Dermatology Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital Pontiac, Michigan 48058 Chairman: Daniel Koprince, D.O. August 1, 1983- July 31, 1986 |
Cosmetic Surgery
| Fellowships | Postgraduate Teaching |
|---|---|
| Preceptorship in Sclerotherapy With: Elise Bernier, M.D. Sherbrooke, Quebec 819-599-7016 Preceptorship in Hair Transplantation With: Emanuel Marritt, M.D. Englewood, Colorado 303-694-9371 Preceptorship in Hair Transplantation With: Walter Unger, M.D. Toronto, Canada 416-484-8303 |
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine East Lansing, Michigan Appointed Position: Assistant Clinical Professor in Dermatology 1986- Present |
Certification and Licensure
- Fellow, International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery, October 23, 2013
- Diplomate, American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery, January 1, 1998, October 7, 2008
- American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology; Board Certified in Dermatology, February 29, 1988. Number 83
- Diplomate, National Board of Examiners for Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons, July 1, 1983. Number 8921
- Minnesota Board of Medical Practice May 13, 2000. Number 29048
- Georgia Composite Medical Board, January 7, 2000. Number 048351
- Arizona Board of Osteopathic Examiners in Medicine and Surgery, March 6, 1986. Number 2179
- Michigan State Board of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery, July 1, 1983. Number 008106
- State of Illinois, Department of Registration and Education, November 1, 1983. Number 036-066743
Honors and Awards
- International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Annual Scientific Meeting
- Sydney, Australia 2005 Best Practical Tip
- American Osteopathic College of Dermatology- Fellow of Distinction, 2005
- Who’s Who in Medicine and Healthcare, 2000
- Who’s Who in Medicine and Healthcare, 1998
- Who’s Who in the World, 1993
- Who’s Who in Health Professionals, 1991
- Who’s Who in America, 1990
- Who’s Who in the Midwest, 1988
- Who’s Who in the West, 1987
- National Institute of Health Psychiatry Fellowship, Michigan State University
- Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, 1980-1981
- Dean’s List, Providence College, Providence, Rhode Island, 1969-1971
Society Memberships
- American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery- President, June 10, 1996
- International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
- American Academy of Dermatology
- American Hair Loss Council- Medical Advisor
- World Association of Hair Restoration Surgeons- Medical Advisory Board
- American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery- Fellow
- American Medical Association
- American Osteopathic Association
- American Osteopathic College of Dermatology- Fellow
- American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
- Arizona Osteopathic Medical Association
- Inter- American Society of Cosmetic, Plastic, and Reconstructive Surgery
- International Society for Aesthetic Surgery
- International Society for Dermatologic Surgery
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5 Stars
“Excellent experience. My surgery went well back in June and had my first follow up with no issues. I would recommend Dr Friedman to anyone considering hair replacement surgery.”
–Anonymous
11/01/2019
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