
David R Friedland MD
Neurotology
Professor, Otolaryngology/Communication Science, Medical College of Wisconsin
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1640 Marengo StSuite 200Los Angeles, CA 90033
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Summary
- David Friedland MD, PhD, uses an evidence-based approach to provide exceptional care for patients with ear, hearing and balance disorders. He values shared decision making and takes the time to educate each patient about their condition and all treatment options.
His relationship with patients is based on trust and understanding. Each person who comes to see Dr. Friedland can rely on him for accurate information and optimal treatment based on his many years of clinical care.
In addition to his clinical responsibilities, Dr. Friedland is committed to innovative research. He is interested in using AI, machine learning and statistics to improve care for patients with ear, nose and throat disorders. Dr. Friedland partners with data scientists to use electronic health record information to improve diagnostic accuracy, reducing the number of tests needed and helping patients access appropriate treatments faster. He advocates for responsible AI usage that includes humans in each step of the process. Dr. Friedland’s research has been widely published in peer-reviewed journals, and he is often invited to present his findings at national conferences.
Dr. Friedland is a clinical professor of otolaryngology – head and neck surgery at the Keck School of Medicine of USC. He is also involved in professional organizations including the American Otological Society and the American Neurotology Society.
Dr. Friedland grew up in the Northeast, where he attended medical school. He then spent two decades practicing medicine in the Upper Midwest. Now that he has relocated to Southern California, he is excited to explore all this area has to offer.
Education & Training
Johns Hopkins UniversityFellowship, Neurotology, 2000 - 2002
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/New York Eye and Ear Infirmary at Mount SinaiResidency, Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 1996 - 2000
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount SinaiInternship, Transitional Year, 1995 - 1996
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount SinaiClass of 1995
Certifications & Licensure
CA State Medical License 2024 - 2028
WI State Medical License 2002 - 2025
MD State Medical License 2001 - 2002
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Neurotology
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- CMS Meaningful Use Stage 2 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory 2014 Certified EHR Suite, Epic Systems Corporation, 2014, 2016-2017
- CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory 2014 Certified EHR Suite, Epic Systems Corporation, 2014, 2016-2017
- Super Doctor SuperDoctors.com
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- Multidisciplinary management of pediatric head and neck lymphatic malformations: a 10-year single-institution experience.Sohil Singh, Robert H Chun, Valerie M Carlberg, Nathan J Schloemer, Jazzmyne Adams
International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology. 2026-05-01 - 1 citationsTumoral Skin Invasion Is an Independent Predictor of Rapid Recurrence in Head and Neck Cancer.Abdullah A Memon, Mohamed Khalil, Oscar Villarreal Espinosa, Imaad Said, Eric Yang
Head & Neck. 2026-02-01 - Correlation Between Life Stress and Tinnitus Severity.Beatrice Mumm, David Friedland, Jazzmyne Adams, Masoud Khani, Jake Luo
Otology & Neurotology. 2026-02-01
Press Mentions
USC Joins Ryght Research Network to Streamline Clinical Trials with AIDecember 17th, 2024
Innovative Hearing Restoration Trial Launches at the Medical College of WisconsinJune 3rd, 2022
New Medical Device Expands Treatment Options for Tinnitus Patients in the UKOctober 12th, 2021
Grant Support
- Therapeutic targeting of FKBP51 for the prevention of stress-induced preterm birthDARE BIOSCIENCE, INC.2023–2028
- A novel intravaginal ring technology featuring the sustained release of natural progesterone for the prevention of preterm birth in at-risk womenDARE BIOSCIENCE, INC.2023–2025
- Microrna Regulation Of Cholesteatoma GrowthNational Institute On Deafness And Other Communication Disorders2010–2011
- Differential Gene Expression In The Cochlear NucleusNational Institute On Deafness And Other Communication Disorders2004–2008
Professional Memberships
- Fellow
- American Otological SocietyMember
- American Neurotology SocietyMember
- Triological SocietyMember
External Links
- MCW Otolaryngologyhttps://www.mcw.edu/departments/ent-Ear-Nose-Throat
- D Friedland Introhttps://youtu.be/Sa_MIevWM_E
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