Andrew M. Freeman, MD, FACC, FACP Make an Appointment Ask a Question Refer Patient Andrew M. Freeman, MD, is a cardiologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Freeman is in the Division of Cardiology and Department of Medicine. Associate Professor Director of Cardiovascular Prevention and Wellness Director, Clinical Cardiology & Operations Division of Cardiology Department of Medicine 5280 Top Doctors 2019 Previously a 5280 Top Doctor America’s Top Doctors 2015 — Castle Connolly, Medical, Ltd. Recognized in America’s Top Doctors — Castle Connolly, Inc. Best Doctors in America® 2018-2019 — Best Doctors, Inc. Recognized in Best Doctors in America® — Best Doctors, Inc. America’s Top Doctors 2019 — Castle Connolly Medical, Ltd. 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Overview Contact Info & Locations Patient Ratings & Comments Programs & Services Cardiac Rehabilitation Programs Cardiology Programs Department of Medicine Division of Cardiology (Adult) Pulmonary Hypertension Program Specialties & Conditions Cardiac Sarcoidosis Congestive Heart Failure Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) Diastolic Dysfunction Dyspnea (Shortness of Breath) Heart Valve Disease High Cholesterol Hypertension Intracardiac Shunts Preventative Cardiology Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) Research Areas Cardiac Sarcoidosis Cardiovascular Effects on Exercise Cardiovascular Health Outcomes Special Interests Dr. Freeman combines both traditional Western medicine with a holistic approach on overall wellness and disease prevention through a combination of advanced cardiology diagnostics and lifestyle medicine in the form of a whole foods plant-based diet (vegan diet), regular exercise, mindfulness and support. He has been often nicknamed “The Vegan Cardiologist,” and his approach which integrates the latest evidenced-based medicine and lifestyle medicine achieves excellent results for his patients. Research Interests Cardiovascular Nutrition, Plant-Based Diets, Treatment Quality, Cardiovascular Outcomes, Cardiovascular Imaging Clinical Interests Dr. Freeman's clinician interests and expertise is in general cardiology, preventive cardiology, heart failure and cardiomyopathy, diastolic dysfunction (abnormal relaxation of the heart), chest pain and shortness of breath, heart problems caused by respiratory (lung) problems and high blood pressure (hypertension). He maintains certifications, performs clinical research, and is an expert in advanced cardiovascular imaging including echocardiography, nuclear and echo stress testing and cardiac CT. His clinical research interests include cardiac sarcoid; public health; exercise and health outcomes and cardiac nutrition. Dr. Freeman is part of the leadership of both the local and national American College of Cardiology, and runs the regional Walk with a Doc program. 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Create an Account Contact Information Office: 877.225.5654 Locations National Jewish Health Main Campus 1400 Jackson St. Denver, CO 80206 Saint Joseph Hospital 1835 Franklin Street Denver, CO 80218 Patient Ratings The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our independent rating system, the Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. This survey is about the patient care experience and does not address crucial characteristics like medical decision-making, prescribing the best therapy, and patient outcomes. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey. Provider showed concern 4.6 Friendliness 4.8 Spoke using clear language 4.8 Provider explained things clearly 4.7 Amount of time spent with you 4.6 Provider included you in decisions 4.6 Confidence in your doctor 4.7 Likelihood of recommending this provider 4.6 Comments Comments are collected in our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Surveys. Patients are de-identified to protect confidentiality and patient privacy. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2019 this physician goes above and beyond in facilitating a long and healthy life. My health and quality of life have markedly improved due to his lifestyle recommendations and coaching. The need for meds and procedures has been averted so far, and my work benefits from a whole new level of energy. I notice he immediately pounces on any derangement that may present a threat, and I feel comfortable letting him handle it. I highly recommend him. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2019 I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Freeman. He is responsible for improving my health with unhealthy diagnosis. He practices what he preaches, being vegan and exercising, provided me with many good materials, contacts and resources. He always gives me good advice for traveling and staying vegan and anything else I ask about. He is thorough in looking at and explaining test results and staying on top of my issues. I have been blessed to have him as my cardiologist! National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2019 I think Dr. Freeman was an excellent doctor. He was one of the few doctors I didn't find to be condescending or impatient with your concerns. He also started out the visit with a positive attitude, which I think helps. He advocated healthy eating but even went a step beyond and gave you great advice on how to do that - which is usually not what happens. You're often told to eat healthy but not given any direction. Moreover, he really discussed that with you and approaches it like you can do it, unlike many doctors who don't even address that because they seem to think it's not an option or the patient wont' follow through with it. I think he was amazing! National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2019 Dr. Freeman was very helpful in telling me how to help my heart with diet and exercise and even loving more! I loved it!!!. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2019 *Dr. Freeman is a passionate & dedicated doctor - I feel very fortunate to trust him w/my care. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2019 From my perspective the interactions I have had with Dr. Freeman have been excellent. He is just the kind of cardiologist I need to arrest and reverse my heart disease. I would recommend him enthusiastically to anyone searching for a cardiologist. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2019 Excellent care and experience. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2019 Dr. Freeman is the Bomb,love him. Excellent Dr. Feel very comfortable with him. Your stuck with me Dr. Freeman,deal with it. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2019 This was my first visit with Dr. Freeman. He was communicative, informative and very direct. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2019 He's good with exception of being over zealous about EVERYONE being COMPLETELY VEGAN. [unrelated]. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2019 Dr. Freeman is the BEST! CLONE HIM! Attentive, caring, patient, explains well, listens well - and also is one of the few docs anywhere that understands nutrition, explains it, and wants to truly help his patients be as healthy as they can be. Love that he volunteers and does so much in the community to help people be healthy. He's my FAVORITE Doc (and I have very good docs), and he has earned that! show more National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2019 Info was coming at me was too fast. I was told results & instructions would be on the portal. [unrelated]. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2019 Great doctor - cares passionately about his patients - excellent care. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2019 *Dr. Freeman is a very skilled and easy to talk to and a wonderful person. He is the one who saved me. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2019 My condition was not known at this visit. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2019 And I have recommended Dr. Freeman to others. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2019 Dr Freeman is young and overly confidant! He does not take time to ask or listen to questions or concerns, and definitely doesn't like to be challenged or corrected. Even at 71 I am a strong advocate for my own health and well being and I feel that Dr Freeman is not used to patients who don't agree with everything he says. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2019 Dr. Freeman continues to be my favorite cardiologist. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2019 Good experience. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2019 I'm very happy working with Dr. Freeman. I appreciate that he focuses on diet and exercise and not just popping pills. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2019 Dr. Freeman is a great provider - he always offers suggestions to health issues that are not related to cardiology. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2019 Dr. Freeman is very receptive and caring when treating my daughter. She sometimes needs extra, detailed explanations to help her understand her condition and course of treatment and he provides that for her. He's thorough in his explanations which helps her understand what he would like her to do at home. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2019 *Dr. Freeman is compassionate and LISTENS carefully. Excellent social soft skills!!! National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2018 This the best place to come for my health needs. I originally wasn't out there for a second opinion for a lung condition and my doctor there felt as though I needed to see De. Freeman. I feel as though I have a new lease on life after seeing these two amazing doctors. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2018 Dr Freeman has saved my life. Thanks to him I now comprehend what I need to do for myself for my health. Dr Freeman is absolutely as good as a Dr. can come National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2018 I love and have high degree of respect for my care provider. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2018 All Good. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2018 *Dr. Freeman has recommended many ideas which would improve my condition. I followed them and the results are positive. Go vegan and exercise! National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2018 I have complete confidence in Dr. Freeman and especially the [specialized] Clinic he supervises. The nurses keep up with my health and blood in the most direct manner. They always call me the same day as blood is taken and give me information on how to change my [medicine] dosage if any changes are required. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2018 He was firm yet polite at the same time. He gave ideas on how to provide my health and life. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2018 I'm retired from a 40-year career of working with physicians. Dr. Freeman is the best personal physician that has cared for me during my adult life. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2018 Dr Freemen treated me with kindness and respect. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2018 Dr. Freeman obviously enjoys his work and provides excellent service based on his extensive knowledge. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2018 great Dr, who really cares about his patients National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2018 Dr. Freeman is a very caring and competent MD. He needs to slow down and take a few breaths.....maybe become more reflective with his patients. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2018 I know Dr. Freeman is one of the best. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2018 *Dr. Freeman has always been direct & provides excellent health care. 1. *Dr. Andrew Freeman. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2018 Again, very satisfied. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2018 Dr Freemen is the best care giver I have ever had. he saved my life. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2018 dr freeman is an exceptional cardiologist National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2018 I have recommended Dr. Freeman to many of my friends and family! National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2018 Dr. Freeman couldn't be more caring and supportive. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2018 I found Dr. Freeman's medical care of me exemplary. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2018 We have personality conflicts as we are both head strong. [Unrelated] National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2018 My care provider is very nice but I feel like he "checks the boxes" of things he is supposed to talk about. I am a healthy individual that exercises a lot and eats healthy and is very concerned about understanding my health but I still get the "eat well and exercise" lecture instead of helping me understand [my specific circumstance]. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2018 Always a very good experience. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2018 Provider was excellent. He seemed genuinely upset because I had not been checked for certain things National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2018 Very good. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2018 Always excellent. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2018 #5. No meds from this doc. #3. Overwhelmed with info. #10. No one to recommend him to. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2018 I seldom give all top box to any provider. Dr. Freeman is an outlier in the most positive sense. The rest of the staff could be zombies, but I'd get past them all to be treated by him. Physicians should be aware that what we put in our mouths has more to do with our physical health than almost any other non-congenital factor. Dr. Freeman gets it--but he is in a very small group--probably less than 1%. Find more like him. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2018 Emergencies need to be expected at times! National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2018 *Dr. Freeman is the most knowledgeable, caring, compassionate dr. I have seen. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2018 After my first visit with Dr. Freeman I sent a personal note to him thanking him for the enthusiasm he indicated for my health, general well-being and DIET! National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2018 Doctor very pushy about me becoming a vegan. I will alter my diet but will not become a vegan. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2018 I really admire Dr Freeman s approach & philosophy of diet & exercise National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2018 Overal excellent experience. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2018 Excellent, caring doctor, makes you feel like you are his only patient. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2018 I have only seen Dr. Freeman twice. He is a bright and insightful guy but it felt on both occasions that he was ready to leave the room. His instructions as to follow up were difficult to follow and my notes did not reflect the orders he entered in the computer, which made scheduling follow up appointments confusing. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2018 Even though I totally understand the importance to my health and a good diet and weight loss, the Majority of my visit with Dr Freeman was spent with him promoting a Vegan Diet and Life Style. He was Very Rude and Stubborn with the discussion! Dr. Freemans Life Style Choices, just like Politics and Religion should be kept to himself !! The time would have been more benificial to me if it had been spent addressing my heart issures pertaining to all issues not just diet and weight loss. Dr. Freeman has chosen to wait 6 months to discuss the results of my last tests??? Not at all what I would expect from any of the professionals at National Jewish!! If given a choise I would prefer another Cardiologist on my next visit. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2017 rushed.... National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2017 This was my first time seeing *Dr. Freeman & my experience was wonderful. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2017 Dr. Freeman is a fabulous and very accessible doctor, highly unusual. I have recommended him most highly to friends, some of whom were wise enough (and had appropriate insurance) to have chosen him to be their cardiologist. A huge additional bonus is that he is one of the few docs who knows and understands nutrition and its impact on the body. National Jewish is very lucky to have him. We drive way across town to have him as my cardiologist. He is the best. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2017 Dr. Freeman is awesome. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2017 I would and have recommend Dr. Freeman to my family and friends. I have the utmost respect for him! National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2017 Dr. Freeman is the best Dr. I have ever been too. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2017 *Dr. Freeman was WONDERFUL! National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2017 *Dr. Freeman is a good doctor a very understanding and a good man. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2017 Have had excellent experiences with Dr. Freeman National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2017 Dr Freeman always is very thorough in covering my condition and what he wants me to do regarding diet, exercise and meds. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2017 Very Impressed with Dr. Freeman, looking forward to working with him & NJH staff National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2017 he is a treasure National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2017 Dr. Freeman created a quick space for an appointment at the request of [provider] so it was briefer than it otherwise would have been. He gave me some great advice! National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2017 Dr. Freeman is the best physician I've ever had. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2017 no info needed re: medications National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2017 No bad experience - always very good or better. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2017 Dr Freeman had not reviewed my records though he had 6 weeks to do so. He began our consult by prescribing medication though he did not know my history. He was condescending and talked about himself for most of the appointment. He asked leading questions and was presumptuous to the point that he ignored what I was telling him and recited outdated and wrong information about my diet as it related to my condition, which is NOT [condition]. My consult with Dr Freeman provided me with nothing of value. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2017 Dr. Freeman was, additionally, busy responding to texts and live needs other than mine. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2017 great cardiologist!! National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2017 This Provider is excellent and the best I've ever seen! He listens, informs, and shows genuine concern for you and your health issues! National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2017 Did not like the feeling of being rushed in last visit, not usually like that. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2017 good National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2017 I had a great experience with Dr. Freeman, his knowledge and recommendations, and am glad I selected him as my cardiologist. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2017 *Dr. Freeman is interested in my total health. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2017 The provider needs to better understand me and my desire to have the provider be totally transparent and not omit or withhold unpleasant information about medical conditions and treatments, e.g., not informing me that [patient information] is unacceptable to me. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2017 VERY GOOD! National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2017 I count myself extremely lucky to be able to use National Jewish Health. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2017 Dr. Freeman has a direct method of communicating with me; his tone is always encouraging; his explanations can always be challenged and/or questioned to help me understand what is being said/suggested. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2017 If you are referring to HJH, they are very good. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2017 *Dr. Freeman is one of the best doctors I had in my life it's because of him that I'm alive thank you. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2017 Could have used instructions - esp., meds use in hard copy form. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2017 The only comment is that I would have preferred he go a little slower. It was a lot to absorb at a fast speed. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2016 good National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2016 outstanding National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2016 Dr Freeman is a dedicated and caring provider...who really cares about my health and living a healthy lifestyle. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2016 Previous visit - emotional upset - he spent extra time - very caring. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2016 i have known him a long time since 2011 and he is an excellent physician I have utter confidence in his relationship to patients like myself. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2016 Dr. Freeman's energy, enthusiasm, knowledge, sense of humor make for an excellent experience every time I've seen him. What he has said to me about how to eat & how to live have been life-changing. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2016 like I said before, Going to National Jewish, as changed my life! National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2016 all staf members always smil,friendly & respectfull, they give excellent hospitality. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2016 He had his own agenda & didn't care about mine, I thought he was on the rude side. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2016 Overall good visit. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2016 Doc Freeman is awesome and a health food nut ;0) National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2016 NJH Does an Outstanding Job with making a patient feel like they are the most important person. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2016 He is best provider (doctor) in all. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2016 It's always a pleasure working with Dr Freeman and his staff. I can't say enough good things about the care I get when I go to see him. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2016 VERY CARING AND KNOWLEDGEABLE National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2016 I love the care I have received at National Jewish which is why I drive to see your providers. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2016 Good National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2016 Very interesting and informative, very confident with the provider and the staff National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2016 Dr. Freeman is a very nice and friendly person. He seems quite knowledgable i.e. current on latest research, but it feels like he treats based on what can be measured. In my case this is hypertension and high cholesterol even though the purpose for my seeking cardiology care is persistent low grade tachycardia. One treatment approach prescribed was daily exercise to the point of not carrying on a conversation for 30 minutes. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2016 This care provider is a very competent individual. He may have too many irons in the fire and can get distracted. When I have a serious problem, he pays much closer attention and gets information and seeks effective solutions quickly. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2016 He is very thorough and understanding good experience. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2016 The provider was professional, knowledgeable and quite clear in responding to my questions and bringing new information to my attention. I found the care provided quite good and attentive to my health issues. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2016 Seems to minimize my concerns.