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Dr. James Friederich, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 65
Dr. James Friederich, MD
3.6 (8 Ratings)

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Dr. James Friederich, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 65
Ames, IA
Accepting new patients
38 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. James Friederich, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Ames, IA.

About

Dr. Friederich graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 1986 and completed a residency at HENRY FORD HOSPITAL.Dr. James Friederich, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Ames, IA and has 38 years experience. Dr. Friederich currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Mary Greeley Medical Center, St. Anthony Regional Hospital and UnityPoint Health-Trinity Regional Medical Center. Dr. Friederich has experience treating conditions like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Ganglion Cyst among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Friederich received an average rating of 3.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 8 times. Dr. Friederich's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Friederich is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Neuroplasty
Ganglion Cyst
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Neuroplasty
Ganglion Cyst
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Neuroplasty
Ganglion Cyst
Dupuytrens Contracture
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Trigger Finger
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Carpal Tunnel Release
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Excision of Ganglion
Steroid Injection
Broken Arm
De Quervain's Disease
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Hip Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Joint Pain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Medial Epicondylitis
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Tenosynovitis
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Arthrocentesis
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Trigger Finger Release
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Wrist Replacement
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Bone Cancer
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Congenital Hand Anomaly
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Sprain
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Heel Spur
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lupus
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Muscle Cramping
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteophyte of Hand
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Fracture
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacral Fracture
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Wrist Osteophyte
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Repair
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand Tendon Repair
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Dislocation Treatment
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Partial Hip Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Wound Repair
Wrist Fusion

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Locations

  1. 1 Hy-Vee Drugstore Clinic Pharmacy (7007)
    1215 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 239-4475
  2. 2 Mary Greeley Medical Center
    1111 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 239-2011
  3. 3 Office
    312 E Main St Ste 1000, Marshalltown, IA 50158
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (641) 752-0654
  4. 4 Office
    421 W Merle Hibbs Blvd, Marshalltown, IA 50158
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3.6
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Nov 21, 2018
He is a super nice guy with amazing skills as a Dr. He did both of my hands Carpel tunnel surgery and I was amazed at how quick I have recovered and how smooth surgery went!! I would highly recommend Dr. Friederich to anyone!!
Heather Darland in Ames, IA — Nov 21, 2018
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
    1986
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • HENRY FORD HOSPITAL
    1991
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Friederich, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Friederich's profile.

Dr. Friederich frequently treats the following conditions: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Ganglion Cyst. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. James Friederich, MD is affiliated with Mary Greeley Medical Center, St. Anthony Regional Hospital and UnityPoint Health-Trinity Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. James Friederich, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mary Greeley Medical Center

    1111 Duff Ave, Ames, IA

  • St. Anthony Regional Hospital

    311 S Clark St, Carroll, IA

  • UnityPoint Health-Trinity Regional Medical Center

    802 Kenyon Rd, Fort Dodge, IA