Assistant Professor
(2014)
School of Medicine,
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Diagnosis and non-operative treatment of spinal disorders, sports medicine and electrodiagnostic medicine
Program Director- Pain Medicine Fellowship
(2019)
School of Medicine,
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Course Director- Musculoskeletal Medicine
(2014)
School of Medicine,
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Associate Professor
(2021)
School of Medicine,
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Diagnosis and non-operative treatment of spinal disorders, sports medicine and electrodiagnostic medicine
Publications
Barber K, Friedrich J. Managing the Gray Areas of Degenerative Cervical Stenosis: Mild Myelopathy and Asymptomatic Cord Compression. SpineLine. Sept-Oct 2022: 12-17.
Lee D, Friedrich JM, Akuthota V. Chapter 46: Neurovascular Injuries in the Upper and Lower Limbs. In: Harrast MA, Finnoff JT, eds. Sports Medicine: Study Guide and Review for Boards, 3rd Ed. New York: Demos; 2022:544-563.
Friedrich JM, Anderson D, Marshall B. Chapter 14: Non-surgical Care of the Spine: Procedures. In: Prather H, Truumees E, eds. Orthopedics Knowledge Update: Spine 6. American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery. Rosemont, IL; 2022: 195-212.
Lee D, Friedrich JM, Akuthota V. Chapter 46: Neurovascular Injuries in the Upper and Lower Limbs. In: Harrast MA, Finnoff JT, eds. Sports Medicine: Study Guide and Review for Boards, 3rd Ed. New York: Demos; 2021: 544-563.
Friedrich JM, Lee D, Anderson D. In: Gill B. AAPM&R Fellowship Podcast Series: Interventional Training. Published on AAPM&R Online Learning Portal 2021.
Friedrich J, Itano EM, Lynn RR. Management of Cardiac Implantable Electrical Devices in Patients Undergoing Radiofrequency Ablation for Spine Pain: Physician Survey and Review of Guidelines. Pain Physician. 2020 Jul;23(4):E335-E342. PubMed PMID: 32709179
Akuthota V, Meron AJ, Singh JR, Boimbo S, Laker SR, Brakke Holman R, Sridhar BV, Friedrich J, Sullivan WJ. The utility of magnetic resonance imaging results in physician decision-making before initial lumbar spinal injection. Spine J. 2019 Sep;19(9):1455-1462. PubMed PMID: 31009770
Friedrich J, Brakke R, Akuthota V, Sullivan W. Reliability and Practicality of the Core Score: Four Dynamic Core Stability Tests Performed in a Physician Office Setting. Clin J Sport Med. 2017 Jul;27(4):409-414. PubMed PMID: 28653966
Laker S, Friedrich J, Stanos SP, Tyburski MD. Management of Chronic Pain. PM R. 2015 Nov;7(11 Suppl):S316-23. PubMed PMID: 26568509
Friedrich JM, Anderson D, Marshall B. Chapter 14: Non-surgical Care of the Spine: Procedures. In: Prather H, Truumees E, eds. Orthopedics Knowledge Update: Spine 6. American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery. Rosemont, IL; 2022: 195-212.
American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPMR), Fellow
North American Spine Society (NASS), Member
Practice Locations
UCHealth Spine Center - Anschutz Medical Campus
Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion - 1st Floor
12605 E. 16th Avenue
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-1980
Hospital Affiliation
University of Colorado Hospital
Specialty Information
Specialties
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Board Certification (2010, 2020)
Sports Medicine, Board Certification (2013)
Pain Medicine, Board Certification (2011, 2021)
Conditions & Treatments
Spine - Sacroiliac Joint
Bones, Joints and Muscles - Arthritis
Bones, Joints and Muscles - Back Pain
Bones, Joints and Muscles - Hip Injuries and Disorders
Bones, Joints and Muscles - Knee Injuries and Disorders
Bones, Joints and Muscles - Leg Injuries and Disorders
Bones, Joints and Muscles - Neck Disorders and Injuries
Bones, Joints and Muscles - Shoulder Injuries and Disorders
Bones, Joints and Muscles - Spine Injuries
Bones, Joints and Muscles - Sprains and Strains
Brain and Nervous System - Spine Diseases and Conditions
Wellness and Prevention - Exercise and Physical Fitness
Rehabilitation Therapy
Brain and Nervous System - Trauma / Nerve Injuries
Bones, Joints and Muscles - Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Bones, Joints and Muscles
Brain and Nervous System
Wellness and Prevention
Spine
Clinical Interests
My clinical interests include diagnosis and non-operative management of spinal disorders, musculoskeletal injuries and peripheral nerve injuries. When necessary, I may perform electrodiagnostic testing (nerve studies), spinal or other injections to help figure out the source of the problem and to reduce pain, and will provide guidance on therapeutic exercise and rehabilitation. I treat both athletes and non-athletes and individualize treatments with a goal of reducing pain and improving physical function.
Care Philosophy
I believe exercise is medicine and will work with individuals to create treatment plans to improve physical function, whether it be recovery from an acute injury or functioning better despite a chronic condition.
Personal Interests
I thrive when I am outside. You are likely to find me at a park with my family, on a trail hiking, biking, skiing, or camping. I am passionate about family, sports, fitness and good food.
Public Speaking Yes
General Information
Medical Schools:
MD, Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine
(2006)
Undergraduate Schools:
BA, University of Colorado - Boulder (CO)
(2001)
Internships:
University of Washington Program
(2007)
Residency Programs:
University of Washington Program, Chief Resident, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (2010)
Fellowships:
University of Colorado (University Hospital) Program, Pain Medicine
(2011)