In Loving Memory of Edward C. Friedland, MD, FAAOS

A Life Dedicated to Healing. A Legacy That Lives On.

It is with profound sadness and heartfelt gratitude that Kayal Orthopaedic Center remembers and honors the life and legacy of Edward C. Friedland, MD, FAAOS, who passed away at the age of 89.

A distinguished orthopaedic surgeon, respected colleague, and dedicated member of the medical community, Dr. Friedland devoted more than five decades to improving the health and well-being of his patients.

Throughout his remarkable career, he touched countless lives through his clinical expertise, compassion, and unwavering commitment to excellence in patient care.His contributions to orthopaedic medicine and the communities he served will forever be remembered.

A Distinguished Career in Orthopaedic Medicine

Dr. Friedland was a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon whose medical career spanned more than 50 years.

After completing his undergraduate education at New York University and earning his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center, he pursued extensive surgical training before serving two years as a medical officer in the United States Air Force.

Following his military service, Dr. Friedland completed his orthopaedic surgical residency at St. Joseph's Hospital in Paterson, New Jersey.

In August 1968, he began practicing orthopaedic surgery in New Jersey, dedicating his career to providing exceptional care to generations of patients.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Friedland contributed to medical education, serving as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the New Jersey College of Medicine and Dentistry from 1970 to 2004.

His decades of service reflected a profound commitment not only to his patients but also to the advancement of orthopaedic medicine and the education of future medical professionals.