Andrew M. Freeman, MD, FACC, FACP
Andrew Freeman, MD, is a cardiologist with expertise in heart disease prevention at National Jewish Health. Dr. Freeman is in the Division of Cardiology.
Programs and Services
Specialties & Conditions
- Cardiac Sarcoidosis
- Cardiovascular Effects on Exercise
- Cardiovascular Health Outcomes
- Congestive Heart Failure
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Diastolic Dysfunction
- Dyspnea (Shortness of Breath)
- Heart Valve Disease
- High Cholesterol
- Hypertension
- Intracardiac Shunts
- Preventative Cardiology
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.
Education
Education
- 2006 - 2009
- Temple University, Cardiology
- 1999
- Cornell University, BA, Summa Cum Laude
Residency
- 2003
- SUNY at Buffalo School of Medicine and Biomedical Science, MD with Research Honors
Fellowship
- 2003 - 2006
- Brown University, Rhode Island Hospital, Internal Medicine
Awards & Recognition
Chair of the National American College of Cardiology FIT Committee
Young Professionals Section Chair, American College of Cardiology
Chair of Community Events and Outreach, American College of Cardiology
Steering Committee, Patient-Centered Care, American College of Cardiology
Whitepaper Writing Group, Patient-Centered Care, American College of Cardiology
Chair of Young Professionals, Colorado Chapter of the American College of Cardiology
Organizer of Walk With a Doc, Denver
Board Certification
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
Echocardiography
Nuclear Cardiology
Cardiovascular Computed Tomography
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certified
Professional Memberships
Fellow, American College of Cardiology
Fellow, American College of Physicians
American Heart Association
American Society of Nuclear Cardiology
American Society of Echocardiography
Hospital Affiliations
- Rose Medical Center
- St. Joseph Hospital - Denver
- Swedish Medical Center
Academic Affiliations
Assistant Professor of Medicine, University of Colorado Denver
Conflicts of Interest
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Contact Information
- Office: 877.225.5654
Locations
- National Jewish Health Main Campus
1400 Jackson Street
Denver, CO 80206
Patient Ratings
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characteristics like medical decision-making, prescribing the best
therapy, and patient outcomes.
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Likelihood of recommending this provider
Provider explained things clearly
Provider showed concern
Provider included you in decisions
Amount of time spent with you
Confidence in your doctor
Spoke using clear language
Patient 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.
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National Jewish Health Patient – November, 2023
Dr Freeman is passionate about best practices for cardiac health and communicates his personalConcern for our all around health A very gifted physician Denver is fortunate to have him
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National Jewish Health Patient – October, 2023
*Dr. Freeman is always knowledgeable on the latest research. I have recommended him to 3 friends and they are now his patients also. I am so blessed to have him as my cardiologist.
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National Jewish Health Patient – October, 2023
Care provider has been wonderful - very thorough.
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National Jewish Health Patient – October, 2023
Very comprehensive discussion - *Dr. Freeman treats the "whole person" not just cardiovascular technical stuff. I have referred my friends to him.
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National Jewish Health Patient – September, 2023
Dr Freeman was excellent and his concern and immediate response to get more tests to ensure my health was the best I have had since I had my TIA
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National Jewish Health Patient – August, 2023
Very good experience
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National Jewish Health Patient – August, 2023
It was a good experience.
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National Jewish Health Patient – August, 2023
Dr Freeman has provided exception care to me over several years with good results.
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National Jewish Health Patient – August, 2023
If there were an "Excellent" option, I would mark it for all questions above.
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National Jewish Health Patient – July, 2023
Dr Freeman is the very best doctor I have ever seen. He is so thorough and so intelligent. Dr Freeman is very kind, friendly, and understanding.
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National Jewish Health Patient – July, 2023
Provider was "outstanding"!
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National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2023
I am very happy with Dr. Freeman's ability to help my PAH problem.
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National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2023
Felt caregiver was in a hurry to get through apptWas never asked if I had any questionsI felt rushed and confused
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National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2023
Always a pleasure seeing the professionals at NJ
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National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2023
Dr Freeman is an amazing person and outstanding physician. He Is so thorough and detailed. He remembers me from past appointments and he treats me as a whole- not just my heart.
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National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2023
Dr. Freeman is fantastic! He has been incredibly helpful and compassionate. I would recommend him to anyone looking for an excellent cardiologist.
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National Jewish Health Patient – May, 2023
*Dr. Freeman is a lifesaver - literally. He is he best most informed, knowledgeable physician I have even seen.
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National Jewish Health Patient – May, 2023
Dr Freeman is excellent. He listens very well and addresses my concerns directly and clearly. Not many doctors do this very well.
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National Jewish Health Patient – May, 2023
I was inspired by Dr. Freeman to eat a plant-based diet. He was very kind and helpful. I'm sad that he has left your Center.
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National Jewish Health Patient – April, 2023
Thank you Dr. Freeman!
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National Jewish Health Patient – April, 2023
Provider spent a lot of time me and had so much to cover it felt rushed at times and too much info to remember. Very thorought wh instilled confidence but over load. Dr's note would be more helpfull if medical abbreviations and acronyms were spelled out and a logical seqquence of things to do were ordered more clearly. Not sure everything has been followed up on correctly.
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National Jewish Health Patient – April, 2023
The doctor saw me right away but then took phone calls and kept leaving the room. I think the doctor's focus was on the phone calls and not on me. There were things that I did not get to talk about.
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National Jewish Health Patient – April, 2023
Dr Freeman always professional and caring
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National Jewish Health Patient – April, 2023
I think I can be a difficult patient yet Dr. Freeman was willing to give me information that is guiding me to follow his advice.
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National Jewish Health Patient – April, 2023
Very pleased with initial visit.
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National Jewish Health Patient – April, 2023
He has always went above and beyond always.
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National Jewish Health Patient – March, 2023
I have always felt that I am in excellent hands wrt my heart condition with Dr. Freeman. He is concerned, caring, competent and trustworthy.
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National Jewish Health Patient – March, 2023
Dr. Freeman always listens patiently to my concerns and gives top priority to finding the correct treatment . .
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National Jewish Health Patient – March, 2023
Doctor Freeman is an exceptional thorough in his information communication.
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National Jewish Health Patient – March, 2023
Sometimes feel rushed
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National Jewish Health Patient – March, 2023
I consider Dr. Freeman to be an exceptional doctor. He's extremely bright and knowledgeable about anything I ask about health issues. I am particularly interested in his advice on following a plant-based diet and lifestyle. I transferred from South Denver Cardiology because of his unique expertise in this lifestyle and his encouragement to continue it. I would very much like to see NJH expand its offerings for followers of this lifestyle which Dr. Freeman supports.
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National Jewish Health Patient – March, 2023
Dr. Freeman is always kind and always wants his patients to improve in their health. He always gives you options to consider that is best for a longer life.
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National Jewish Health Patient – February, 2023
Very professional and courteous
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National Jewish Health Patient – February, 2023
As always excellent office visit and discussion, however, it was short lived without the CTA results. Being an attention to every detail type of person, full and complete transparency is preferred and expected without omissions. Sometimes I get the feeling that doesn't always take place. Probably just me.
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National Jewish Health Patient – February, 2023
Dr. Freeman was terrific
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National Jewish Health Patient – February, 2023
Dr Andrew Freeman is very caring physician.
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National Jewish Health Patient – February, 2023
Dr. Freeman was very direct and honest, I liked that. I liked his common sense approach with me.
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National Jewish Health Patient – February, 2023
Dr. Freeman was referred to me by my orthopedist and it was a good choice to see him.
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National Jewish Health Patient – February, 2023
My discussions with *Dr. Freeman are always two-way. He communicates with my other doctors, which has proven to be very helpful in my quality of care. He also makes great suggestions.
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National Jewish Health Patient – January, 2023
Dr. Freeman has saved my life. I'm very grateful for him. He truly cares and listens and has significant knowledge
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National Jewish Health Patient – January, 2023
Dr Andrew Freeman is an excellent health provider and he uses his long history of seeing me over about 14 years to look at my whole health, not just my heart health. He is very consistently proactive in Identifying changes In my health and in speaking to my other NJH health providers when he has concerns. He not only listens but observes and notices any changes in my health.
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National Jewish Health Patient – January, 2023
Dr Freeman and Lindsey are always top notch. They listen as well as explain everything. If I don't understand they go it again. They encourage we to do better. They Notice when I'm doing better and let me know the see it.
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National Jewish Health Patient – January, 2023
The doctor spent a lot of time with me to let me know what he recommends
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National Jewish Health Patient – January, 2023
Dr Freeman is fantastic! Great listener, very caring and empathetic.
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National Jewish Health Patient – January, 2023
All was great!
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National Jewish Health Patient – December, 2022
Dr. Freeman is very friendly, knowledgable professional, great Cardiologist!
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National Jewish Health Patient – December, 2022
He seems rushed. Make sure he is happy there. Too many are leaving.
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National Jewish Health Patient – December, 2022
Dr. Freeman is the best. He is always concerned about your health and is a kind and caring doctor. Dr. Freeman Is always looking for ways he can help you.
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National Jewish Health Patient – December, 2022
I have recommended Dr. Freeman to others.
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National Jewish Health Patient – December, 2022
*Dr. Freeman seems always to be in a hurry but we manage to cover all the important points in my care/plan.
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National Jewish Health Patient – November, 2022
Usually much present more & engaged - distracted - it happens seems like it was still good care. 6-7. Last time distracted.
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National Jewish Health Patient – November, 2022
Great Doc
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National Jewish Health Patient – November, 2022
Very good
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National Jewish Health Patient – November, 2022
I am blessed to have Dr. Freeman as my cardiologist. He's very professional and helps me understand what I need to do to optimize my heart health. I am truly appreciative of all he does for me as his patient!
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National Jewish Health Patient – November, 2022
Good
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National Jewish Health Patient – November, 2022
I have the upmost confidence in *Dr. Freeman. He is very professional, confident, and explains very thing thoroughly!
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National Jewish Health Patient – November, 2022
Dr. Freeman is excellent! I ask a lot of questions and he answers them all. I love that he understands nutrition! I wish all docs did, but almost none of them do. You should clone him!
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National Jewish Health Patient – November, 2022
Well done
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National Jewish Health Patient – October, 2022
Very grateful to have found Dr Freeman as he understands my plant based way of eating!
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National Jewish Health Patient – October, 2022
Good
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National Jewish Health Patient – October, 2022
Doctor ANDREW M FREEMAN, is a true skilled professional in the way he takes time to clarify and just speaks honestly to his patients, such as I. His professionalism also extends to his hand pick staff in the way he has taken this time in their training and development. National Jewish and all of his patients are extremely fortunate to have Freeman as a doctor and on their staff.
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National Jewish Health Patient – October, 2022
I trust Dr. Freeman completely! He listens! He encourages! I hope NJH appreciates his practice knowledge and skills.
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National Jewish Health Patient – October, 2022
Great Doctor!
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National Jewish Health Patient – October, 2022
I only put good on a few because I was overwhelmed with the information and felt it went very fast. That being said it was WAY better than any other doctor I have been to. Great information and quick to want to help me get answers.
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National Jewish Health Patient – October, 2022
Dr. Freeman is the best! Highly professional, friendly, knowledgeable about most current research and care, always spends 30 minutes or so with me catching up on health issues, never rushed or alarming in any way, great communicator, and always interested in me and my healthcare.
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National Jewish Health Patient – October, 2022
He inspired me to make some major changes
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National Jewish Health Patient – October, 2022
I feel very comfortable and confident
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National Jewish Health Patient – September, 2022
Dr. Freeman is the consummate professional. Always a pleasure to see him. He has helped me improve my health and life considerably!
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National Jewish Health Patient – September, 2022
I have never had to wait for my appointment with Dr. Freeman . He is patient and listens to everything I have to say.Dr. Freeman explains all treatments and I feel blessed to have such an amazing Dr.
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National Jewish Health Patient – September, 2022
Dr. Freeman took the time to review my progress from my initial appointment and gave honest and positive feedback.
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National Jewish Health Patient – September, 2022
Dr. Freeman is a very good doctor.
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National Jewish Health Patient – September, 2022
Wasn't able to fully address all health needs related to fluid retention since virtual appointment didn't provide direct view and testing of extremities.
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National Jewish Health Patient – September, 2022
I am very please and hopeful for my care plan moving forward. I had a great and very educated visit with Dr.Freeman. I thank you.
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National Jewish Health Patient – September, 2022
I've been seeing Dr Freeman for several years and never had a bad experience
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National Jewish Health Patient – September, 2022
Doctor told me he was in a hurry and we would have to talk fast because they didn't bring me to an exam room on time. He also said he was going to refer me to another doctor but didn't write down the name or give me the number. He told me to get an echo the same day I was there but when I got there I was told I need an appointment.
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National Jewish Health Patient – August, 2022
Dr. Freeman listened to my concerns outside of his area of expertise and helped me with referrals to other doctors. He is very professional and thorough, I highly recommend him.
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National Jewish Health Patient – August, 2022
Dr Freeman cares about the patient, you never feel rushed, and he is always there to answer questions, and for follow ups.
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National Jewish Health Patient – August, 2022
Dr. Freeman is a wonderful provider. Caring, intelligent, professional, understanding, empathic, and the really listens.
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National Jewish Health Patient – August, 2022
Appt. was great would like to get a follow on call to discuss blood work results. Interpretation was left to me to understand from internet search and patient portal.
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National Jewish Health Patient – July, 2022
Dr. Freeman is always professional and to the point. Something I like very much about him. He doesn't treat me like I don't know my body. He listens to what I have to say and he's honest with his opinions
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National Jewish Health Patient – July, 2022
This was the best visit with Dr. Freeman. He took time with me and we had a good discussion
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National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2022
Dr Freeman is very kind and caring.
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National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2022
Dr Freeman is incredible.
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National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2022
This was a routine follow up appointment so no real problems to discuss.
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National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2022
I really like Dr. Freeman and would recommend him!
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National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2022
Really good dr
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National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2022
Dr. Freeman is an excellent doctor that is kind, listens and answers questions so that I understand his concerns with my health. He is very professional.
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National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2022
Dr. Freeman is the absolute best. I consider him my primary care provider. I have the most trust in him. He treats me so well and shows he truly cares about me. He is knowledgeable. He has saved my life.
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National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2022
He is excellent Doctor.
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National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2022
I've only been for an initial consult, therefore I'm unable to answer some of these questions.
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National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2022
Dr. Freeman is an excellent physician as well as a caring person
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National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2022
Dr. Freeman is a outstanding. He is caring, concerned, and attentive AND is on top of my cardiac conditions. I am blessed to have him as my cardiologist.
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National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2022
Dr. Freeman is the best doctor I have ever had.
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National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2022
*Dr. Freeman is consistently respectful, clear, and caring during my appointments. He answers my questions & discusses things with me until I am satisfied I understand. I'm glad he's part of my care team.
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National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2022
Love Dr Freeman very good Dr I love the way the drs work together and they know what's going on with my other drs there
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National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2022
Dr Freeman is always very thorough and very professional. He is also extremely patient and listens to every thing I tell him. I feel Dr Freeman goes above and beyond to try everything to get me to be healthier
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National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2022
GREAT CARE
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National Jewish Health Patient – June, 2022
A very very good doctor
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National Jewish Health Patient – May, 2022
Great experience. Dr. Freeman didn't rush and seemed to genuinely care, listening and answering all of my questions and concerns.
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National Jewish Health Patient – May, 2022
Overall, great experience, great Professionals.
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National Jewish Health Patient – May, 2022
The doctor was amazing. Great follow up. Did not rush me through the appointment. The hospital is lucky to have him
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National Jewish Health Patient – May, 2022
No follow up from dr. Still have no diagnosis only. Worry
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National Jewish Health Patient – May, 2022
Dr Freeman is an outstanding asset to National Jewish and the practice of cardiology. His wholistic approach to heart health is a successful treatment to restore and maintain heart health. He also walks his talk- inspiring.
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National Jewish Health Patient – April, 2022
Very Professional.