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Roger A. Freedman
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Roger A. Freedman, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Idaho Heart Institute

Idaho Falls
801-585-1935

University of Utah Hospital

Cardiovascular Center
Salt Lake City
801-585-7676
  • Roger A. Freedman, M.D. has been a faculty member at the University of Utah for over 20 years. He specializes in the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias, particularly in the implantation and management of implanted pacemakers and defibrillators. Pacemaker and defibrillator lead extraction is a highly specialized technique in which Dr. Freedman is greatly experienced. Dr. Freedman received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School. He did his internship and residency at the Massachusetts General Hospital and his cardiology training at Stanford University. Dr. Freedman sees patients at the University of Utah Hospital as well as outreach clinics in Idaho, Nevada and Wyoming.

    Board Certification

    American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine)
    American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease)
    North American Society of Pacing and EP

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 342 reviews )

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    The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

    Patient Comments

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    Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

    February 29, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr Freedman gets a 10

    February 28, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr. Freedman provides exceptional care personalized to meet your needs.

    February 23, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    Very kind and caring. Excellent doctor. Dr. Freedman has been my cardiologist for many years.

    February 17, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    I have no problem with you posting any comments. I had not met Dr. Freedman, but had been told positive comments from family members as also medical professionals. My youngest daughters a resident at The University of Michigan Hospitals did her personal research " for Dad and family " and was extrememly happy to learn so much positive about Dr. Freedman.

    February 16, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Extraordinary provider who actually meets his patient in person. He explains reasons and includes me in decisions being made for my well being. I trust him implicitly.

    February 16, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Always seems to be concerned with your problem

    February 16, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr Freedman is the best! I¿m extremely appreciative of the care he provides and his concern for his patients.

    February 16, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr.Freedman has provided exceptional care to my husband for the last 2 decades. Thank you for the care and compassion you continue to provide.

    February 16, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Highly recommended

  • Roger A. Freedman, M.D. has been a faculty member at the University of Utah for over 20 years. He specializes in the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias, particularly in the implantation and management of implanted pacemakers and defibrillators. Pacemaker and defibrillator lead extraction is a highly specialized technique in which Dr. Freedman is greatly experienced. Dr. Freedman received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School. He did his internship and residency at the Massachusetts General Hospital and his cardiology training at Stanford University. Dr. Freedman sees patients at the University of Utah Hospital as well as outreach clinics in Idaho, Nevada and Wyoming.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Internal Medicine -Primary
    Academic Divisions Cardiovascular Medicine
    Board Certification
    American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine)
    American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease)
    North American Society of Pacing and EP

    Education history

    Certification Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania Certification
    Cardiology - Stanford University Medical Center Postdoctoral Fellow
    Residency Massachusetts General Hospital Resident
    Massachusetts General Hospital Intern
    Professional Medical Medicine - Harvard Medical School M.D.
    Physiology - Cambridge University Research Fellow
    Undergraduate Biochemistry - Harvard College A.B.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Battin MP, Edwards JH, Freedman RA (2016). Heart Transplantation on a Desert Island? Self-Sacrifice and Slippery Slopes. Ann Thorac Surg, 102(6), 1783-1784. (Read full article)