Peter Friedmann

Peter Friedmann is a Professor at UMass Chan Medical School and holds multiple positions at the Morningside Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, including roles in the Population and Quantitative Health Sciences and MD/PhD Program departments. His work focuses on substance use disorders, public health, and healthcare delivery in criminal justice settings.

Education:

• BA in Medical Science from Boston University
• MD from Boston University School of Medicine
• MPH (Master of Public Health, implied by title)

Research Interests span opioid use disorder treatment, medication-assisted treatment (MOUD) implementation, harm reduction strategies, and health services research for marginalized populations. His recent work examines rural healthcare disparities, overdose prevention, and integration of addiction services in correctional facilities.

Scientific Awards include DFASAM (Diplomate, American Society of Addiction Medicine) and FACP (Fellow, American College of Physicians).

Publications reflect a strong emphasis on opioid use disorder, jail-based treatment, rural health, and health equity. Key themes include implementation science, policy barriers, and patient-centered care models.