About Francesca Friel NP
Francesca Friel started her medical education earning an Associate of Science in Nursing at Mercyhurst University in Erie, Pennsylvania. She then furthered her medical expertise, earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at St. John Fisher College in Rochester, New York. Francesca then completed her Master in Science, Family Nurse Practitioner, at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, in Boston, Massachusetts.
Francesca’s personal philosophy of care is seeing and treating patients beyond their “chief complaint”. It is important to her to understand what situational factors are contributing to their current state, both good and bad. She has always had a deep respect for her healthcare providers throughout her life and they inspired her to choose the same field of work.
When not at work, she spends her time cooking, reading, and spending time with family and friends.
Locations
672 Aquidneck Avenue
Middletown, RI
02842
Middletown, RI
02842
Insurance
Southcoast Health accepts most major insurance plans. Call the Southcoast Health patient registration department at 844-297-2952 or your health plan with any questions regarding coverage.
Ratings & Reviews
At Southcoast Health, we strive to deliver exceptional patient care along with an exceptional patient experience. We appreciate all of your feedback and share your comments to recognize the wonderful care our teams provide to you as well as identify areas for improvement.
Patient Comments (27)
Absolutely wonderful visit.
All staff is pleasant and compassionate.
Very professional and easy to talk to went over general health concerns and recommendations
from the person who checked me to the P.A. Francesca who removed my stitches, to the staffer who did the preliminary intake, all were professional, courteous, helpful and attentive. I could not have had a better experience.
They explained my problem in detail and very helpful with the situation.
From check in to check out I received top notch care. Francesca is amazing- she is so thorough and knowledgeable and addressed all my needs with compassion and care. Love her!
The NP that I saw for my physical had all of my medical records handy, was able to talk with me about past and present health issues. She was very personable and was very easy to talk with
Love NP Friel and her LPN true professionals and humans a delight!
Waited 20 minutes to go in exam room. Person who took me in was polite and asked how I was doing. Then I waited for nurse more time. She came in and said I was there for blood pressure check. She then said she would get me out quickly. Never asked about my recent Covid illness. She didn't seem to know anything about me at all. She was not prepared. I spent more time waiting to see her than I spent time with her.
I was extremely impressed by my doctor this appointment. Sharp as a tack, personable, knowledgeable and inquisitive.
Francesca creats an environment that puts the patient at ease,but also confident in her professional ability. She takes the time to go over every aspect of the situation.
I called this am. They took my info and got me an appointment for same day. Checked me out and ran tests got results and informed medicine to take and care afterwardsEveryone is kind and made me feel better.
Took care of all my needs quickly and efficiently! Thank you
She was on time, kind, understanding and seemed to really care even though it was my fist appointment; I was dealing with a difficult situation she took the time to listen and provide me good guidance.
Friendly, caring and professional. First time visitor and was very impressed from check-in to appointment to blood work.
My regular physician was not aaillable thus was attended by Francesca Friel for my wellness visit.I left feeling very comfortable with her instructions and advice.
Francesca was totally involved in my issue. I appreciate that.
Gave me appointment for emergency
The NP listed to my concerns, listed back to me everything I needed and asked what I wanted. We talked about labs and made a plan to follow up with the testing. I left there knowing I was heard
Good experience, I can't think of any improvements
Francesca is wonderful in her care to me. Always going the extra mile, caring, inquisitive, and has pushed specialists when needed. And I really appreciate the care.
I feel like the staff is always courteous and helpful when I visit this office. From check-in to check-out all the staff members are friendly, welcoming and attentive. Francesca in particular is one of the best providers I've ever seen. She puts me at ease if there is something I'm worried about, she listens to my concerns, and doesn't make me feel pressured to follow a plan I don't agree with. I feel well cared for and supported by her care.
Got an appointment the morning I called…given meds and feeling improved already…very pleased with high level of care delivered promptly and professionally!
Nurse Practioner Francesca was great, She to care about what I was going thru. I don't know how to become a permanent client because I would
Discussed health issue with nurse and she thought it was better to be seen. I was able to have an appointment that afternoon. Nurse practitioner friendly, knowledgeable and reviewed chart while talking. I'm happy with Southcoast Health so far !
Francesca always listens and uses information to make correct decisions on my health. I dont want to use any other doctor now after multiple visits with her and the high quality and consistent care she provides.
Love you guys