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Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO

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(Dr. Donald Robert Fridley, DO)

(2 Ratings)

Specializes in: Bariatric Surgery and General Surgery

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (2011)

Professional interests include: minimally invasive surgery, robotic surgery, obesity, and more.

7541 Medical Drive
Hudson, FL 34667

(727) 819-9107

Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO is a bariatric surgeon in Lutz, FL specializing in bariatric surgery and general surgery. He graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2011 and has 14 years of experience. Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO is affiliated with HCA Florida Healthcare, AdventHealth, TAMPA BAY SURGICAL GROUP LLP and HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital HCA Florida Trinity Hospital.

Office Locations

AdventHealth

24646 State Road 54
Lutz, FL 33559

(727) 819-9107

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7541 Medical Drive
Hudson, FL 34610

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HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital HCA Florida Trinity Hospital

7541 Medical Drive
Hudson, FL 34667

(727) 819-9107

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Some issues Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO can help you with:

Gastric Bypass Surgery

Gastric bypass surgery is a procedure that promotes weight loss by reducing the stomach and altering how the digestive system absorbs and processes food. The procedure treats morbid obesity, where one's weight impairs day-to-day function or poses serious health risks. Gastric bypass surgery is used only after other weight loss treatments are unsuccessful.

Generally, gastric bypass surgery is performed on patients who have a BMI of 40 or greater, or a BMI of 35 or greater with a weight-related health condition such as type 2 diabetes. Bariatric surgeons frequently expect patients to first attempt natural weight loss for about six months to prove to the surgeon that the patient is capable of maintaining a post-surgery diet and exercise regimen.

For obese patients, gastric bypass surgery has many potential health and weight benefits. Gastric bypass surgery restricts the amount of food the stomach contains, as well as:

Reduces the calories the stomach absorbs
Alters gastrointestinal hormones, which help to heal obesity-induced metabolic syndrome
Suppresses appetite
Alleviates conditions caused or exacerbated by obesity, such as obstructive sleep apnea, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes
Contributes to mental health by improving self-esteem

During gastric bypass surgery, the stomach is stapled to reduce its size, and a small hole is created in the stomach and attached to the middle section of the small intestine. This direct connection between the stomach and the middle of the small intestine creates a channel for some food to bypass the normal route. By bypassing the upper small intestine and larger region of the stomach, food is not fully absorbed and patients do not retain the same amount of calories as before. This procedure is also sometimes referred to as "Roux-en-Y" gastric bypass surgery. Some bariatric surgeons may perform a "laparoscopic bypass" which uses a tiny camera (laparoscope) to guide the procedure.

Gastric bypass surgery is performed with general anesthesia and as preparation, a liquid diet is required for two weeks prior to undergoing the surgery. After the surgery, patients will spend about two days in the hospital and may miss work for two to three weeks. In the first month after the surgery, patients are only able to consume small portions of liquid or soft food. Even after reintroducing solid food, patients feel full quickly, sometimes after eating just two or three tablespoons. Some patients experience "dumping syndrome" (rapid processing of food into the small intestine), which is common during the recovery process. Gastric bypass surgery patients must also make permanent lifestyle changes. For example, gastric bypass patients are required to take vitamins for life after surgery and required to forever avoid certain foods, such as alcohol, sugar, and high fat food.

While the gastric bypass recovery process can be challenging, surgery results are usually swift: most gastric bypass surgery patients lose nearly half to two thirds of their starting weight within two years of surgery.

Robotic Surgery

Robotic surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery, using a tiny opening to get inside the body instead of making a large cut. It uses small tools attached to a thin robotic arm, which is controlled by the surgeon. Robotic surgery may be referred to by the specific kind of robot that is used. The most advanced robot currently in use is called the da Vinci, and surgery using it is sometimes called da Vinci surgery.

There are many benefits to robotic surgery, both for the patient and the surgeon. Robotic surgery allows for more precise movements and increased control during very delicate surgical procedures. This makes performing surgery accurately much easier for surgeons and reduces fatigue. The smaller 'hand' of the robot can enter the body via a much smaller opening, which reduces the risk of infection and scarring and leads to a faster recovery. The robotic hands also contain tiny moveable cameras among their tools, giving surgeons a much closer view of the procedure than would be possible with traditional surgery.

Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

Bariatric or weight-loss surgery is a surgical procedure performed to help significantly obese patients lose weight when more traditional methods, such as dieting and exercise, have not helped. Depending on the type, these surgeries change the gastrointestinal tract to limit how much food can be eaten and also change how food is absorbed by the body. Of the various bariatric surgeries available, the most common is gastric bypass.

By far the most common of the gastric bypass surgeries is called Roux-en-Y. During this surgery, part of the stomach and small intestine are detached from the gastrointestinal tract, in order to make the tract smaller. The surgeon divides the stomach into two parts. The working stomach, at the end of the esophagus, is now tiny - only the size of a walnut. This makes patients feel full after eating a small amount of food. Then the small intestine is also divided, and after bypassing a section of the small intestine to reduce food absorption, the intestine is attached to the small stomach pouch. The patient now has a working stomach and intestine like before, only much smaller.

Because gastric bypass is used to treat extreme obesity, it can reduce the risk of some of the problems associated with obesity. Gastric bypass can help treat or reduce the risk for such conditions as heart disease, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and type 2 diabetes. However, it is a major surgery and also carries risks itself. Any surgery can lead to infection, bleeding, or blood clots, and weight loss surgery in particular carries risks of leaks in the gastrointestinal system, malnutrition, bowel obstructions, and vomiting.

Typically patients are considered candidates for gastric bypass surgery if they have a BMI greater than 40, or sometimes if they have a BMI between 35 and 40 but are suffering from obesity-related illnesses such as diabetes. The outlook is generally good, with most patients losing between 50-75% of their excess weight in 1-2 years. However, patients must follow strict diet guidelines so that the stomach can heal, starting with no food at all, then followed by a liquid diet for some time. For many severely obese patients who have tried strict diets before without success, gastric bypass surgery is the tool that allows them to finally achieve their weight loss and health goals.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO in 2023

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inpatient hospital care

In 2023, Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO performed more inpatient hospital care (for patient admitted to hospital) procedures for Medicare patients than 90% of providers in related specialties within Florida.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO treated as a bariatric surgeon in Lutz, FL during 2016 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO for Medicare patients.

hospital care	49
inpatient care	49

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO.

**Gender**
Male	16
Female	23

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	14
85 and over	0
Less than 65	12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO in 2016

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO treated during 2016 were high cholesterol, hypertension, chronic kidney disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	59
Asthma	36
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	33
Diabetes	46
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO treated as a bariatric surgeon in Lutz, FL during 2017 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	36
hospital care	116
inpatient care	116

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO.

**Gender**
Male	47
Female	56

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	78
Black	12
Hispanic	13
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	32
From 75 to 84	30
85 and over	12
Less than 65	29

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO in 2017

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO treated during 2017 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	54
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	37
Diabetes	47
Dementia	17
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO treated as a bariatric surgeon in Lutz, FL during 2018 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	54
hospital care	107
inpatient care	107

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO.

**Gender**
Male	35
Female	43

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	60
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	29
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	21

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO in 2018

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO treated during 2018 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	49
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	31
Diabetes	38
Dementia	14
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO treated as a bariatric surgeon in Lutz, FL during 2019 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO for Medicare patients.

hospital care	72
inpatient care	72

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO.

**Gender**
Male	22
Female	20

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	18
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO treated during 2019 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	60
Depression	40
Chronic Kidney Disease	62
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	36
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	38
Diabetes	43
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO treated as a bariatric surgeon in Lutz, FL during 2020 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	46
hospital care	165
inpatient care	165

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO.

**Gender**
Male	34
Female	49

**Age**
From 65 to 74	36
From 75 to 84	24
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO treated during 2020 were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	17
Ischemic Heart Disease	66
Depression	46
Chronic Kidney Disease	65
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	49
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	43
Diabetes	45
Dementia	23
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO treated as a bariatric surgeon in Lutz, FL during 2021 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	120
hospital care	241
inpatient care	241

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO.

**Gender**
Male	62
Female	89

**Age**
From 65 to 74	70
From 75 to 84	31
85 and over	21
Less than 65	29

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO treated during 2021 were high cholesterol, hypertension, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	60
Depression	42
Chronic Kidney Disease	62
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	41
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	37
Diabetes	42
Dementia	23
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO treated as a bariatric surgeon in Lutz, FL during 2022 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	145
hospital care	231
inpatient care	231

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO.

**Gender**
Male	73
Female	94

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	150
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	64
From 75 to 84	47
85 and over	17
Less than 65	39

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO treated during 2022 were high cholesterol, hypertension, chronic kidney disease and depression.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	43
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	30
Heart Failure	34
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	38
Diabetes	36
Dementia	12
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO treated as a bariatric surgeon in Lutz, FL during 2023 were hospital care, inpatient care, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	12
doctor visit	150
gastrointestinal procedures	12
hospital care	311
inpatient care	311
minimally invasive procedures	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	12

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO.

**Gender**
Male	84
Female	112

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	178
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	74
From 75 to 84	67
85 and over	27
Less than 65	28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, depression and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	48
Depression	49
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	31
Heart Failure	35
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	41
Diabetes	45
Dementia	21
Cancer	23

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2016 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO treated as a bariatric surgeon in Lutz, FL were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and removal of lesion (e.g. growth).

diagnostic procedures	12
doctor visit	91
gastrointestinal procedures	12
hospital care	161
inpatient care	161
minimally invasive procedures	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	12

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2016 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO.

**Gender**
Male	46
Female	60

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	1
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	58
Hispanic	1
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	28
85 and over	9
Less than 65	19
65 to 74	38

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO From 2016 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	51
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	53
Asthma	12
Osteoporosis	4
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	37
Diabetes	42
Atrial Fibrillation	17
Dementia	13
Cancer	10

Education & Training

Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2011. He completed residency at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Surgery, General: American Osteopathic Board of Surgery and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (2011)

Residency: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Affiliated Hospitals (2016)

Board Certification: Surgery, General: American Osteopathic Board of Surgery

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

HCA Florida Healthcare

AdventHealth

TAMPA BAY SURGICAL GROUP LLP

HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital HCA Florida Trinity Hospital

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO has a good overall rating with an average of 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO from all over the web to help you find the right in Lutz, FL.

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Overall Rating: 1.0 2023-08-10

Dr. Donald Fridley refused providing an interpreter and emphasized that only way to communicate is to use iPad to communicate through typing.  According to their comments (pen and paper method), 'unfortunately, dr. is not comfortable with interpreters they sometimes miss information.'  
[ I called them prior scheduling an appointment and requesting for an interpreter.  They said they will provide an interpreter.]  
Instead of providing an interpreter, they offer iPad for me to type to communicate with the doctor.  Heck, who (either hearing or deaf) would want to type for their appointment (I mean, no voice or sign language involved)? This will take hours as we take our turns forth and back.  Also, I frequently find typing mislead the information.  I find ASL interpreters much more reliable than typing because English is not my primary (first) language.  Sign language is my first language.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2022-09-07

Great surgeon he reall wants what is best for his pateints. Bedside mannor is so nice too.

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Donald R. Fridley II, DO. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Davol Inc.	$5,469 Progel $82	BD MAX $25	Phasix Mesh $17	XENMATRIX $16	$5,329
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.	$5,290 Da Vinci Surgical System $5,290
Medtronic, Inc.	$393 Signia $393
Novo Nordisk Inc	$148 Wegovy $48	Saxenda $18	$83
Intra-Sana Laboratories	$146 Reltone 400 mg $146
Other	$784 RESOLUTION CLIP $102	ECHELON ENDOPATH Stapler $59	PICO 14 $49	Echelon Flex $40	Exparel $37	Other $498

**Types of Payments**
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$4,000
Food and Beverage	$3,310
Honoraria	$3,250
Education	$1,000
Travel and Lodging	$657
Other	$14

Biography

Dr. Donald Fridley's specialties are general surgery and bariatric surgery. He practices in Hudson, FL and Lutz, FL. Dr. Fridley's areas of expertise include the following: laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, duodenal switch, and roux-en-y gastric bypass. He is professionally affiliated with AdventHealth and HCA Florida Healthcare. His practice in Hudson, FL is open to new patients as reported by AdventHealth. After attending Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine for medical school, he completed his residency training at a hospital affiliated with Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.