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John Freedy, MD, Family Medicine, Charleston, SC

John Richard Freedy MD John Richard Freedy, MD, PhD

Hospital Medicine/Hospitalist, Behavioral Medicine


Professor of Family Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina; Director, Behavioral Science Curriculum, MUSC Family Medicine Residency

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  • 5 Charleston CtrSte 263Charleston, SC 29425

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Summary

  • John Freedy, MD, is a Family Medicine specialist based in Charleston, SC, with subspecialties in Hospital Medicine and Behavioral Medicine. He graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina in 2002, completed his residency in Family Medicine there, and holds a Ph.D. and M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Kent State University. Since 2005, he has been a professor at MUSC Health University Medical Center. Dr. Freedy is experienced in conditions such as diabetic neuropathy, COPD, and chronic pain, and has been published on topics including intimate partner violence and medical education. He earned the Physician Summit Award for Excellence in Care in 2015, among several recognitions from the National Committee for Quality Assurance.

Education & Training

  • Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine
    Medical University of South Carolina College of MedicineResidency, Family Medicine, 2002 - 2005
  • Medical University of South Carolina
    Medical University of South CarolinaClass of 2002
  • Kent State University
    Kent State UniversityPh.D., Clinical Psychology, 1990
  • Kent State University
    Kent State UniversityM.A., Clinical Psychology, 1988
  • University of North Carolina System
    University of North Carolina SystemB.A., With honors, 1984

Certifications & Licensure

  • SC State Medical License
    SC State Medical License 1992 - 2025
  • Family Medicine
    American Board of Family Medicine Family Medicine
  • Licensed
    SC Clinical PsychologistLicensed

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Physician Summit Award for Excellence in Care Centene Foundation for Quality Healthcare, 2015
  • Nominated for Golden Apple Teaching Award Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine, 2013-2015
  • Diabetes Recognition Program National Committee for Quality Assurance, 2011-2014
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Physician Wellness Across the Professional Spectrum  
    John R Freedy, Russell Blackwelder, ScienceDirect
  • My wonderful life: Reflections on relationships, empathic connection, and healing  
    Freedy, J.R., Family Medicine, 1/1/2016
  • Medical College of Wisconsin and endorsed by the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine Conference theme: Integrating behavioral health principles into Patient Cente...  
    Freedy, J.R., International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine, 1/1/2016
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Books/Book Chapters

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Abstracts/Posters

  • The Balint Group experience: Promoting relationship awareness
    Phelps, P., Sternlieb, J., & Freedy, J.R., 37th Forum for Behavioral Science in Family Medicine, Chicago, IL, 1/1/2016
  • The role of Balint Group training in the professional and personal development of family medicine residents
    Freedy, J.R., Diaz, V., Brock, C., Chessman, A., Player, M., Thiedke, C., & Johnson, A., 2nd biennial meeting of the American Balint Society, Oak Brook, IL, 1/1/2016
  • Are you an imposter? How feelings of inadequacy can impact academics
    Freedy, J.R., American Association of Medical Colleges Annual Group on Student Affairs-Careers in Medicine-Organization of Student Representatives Professional Development Conference, St. Louis, MO, 1/1/2016
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Lectures

  • Clinical Pearls for the management of depression and anxiety 
    Kiawah Island, SC - 1/1/2016
  • Promoting wellness across the professional spectrum: A developmental perspective 
    Myrtle Beach, SC - 1/1/2015
  • Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder 
    Kiawah Island, SC - 1/1/2015
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Other

Grant Support

  • Adult Psychological Functioning After EarthquakesNational Institute Of Mental Health1991

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