Independent Medical Nexus Opinions
HHOM LLC
A Physician.
A Veteran.
An Advocate for Veterans.
I am Dr. Howard Friedman, M.D.,
a board-certified Internal Medicine physician, United States Army veteran, and former Department of Veterans Affairs physician. For more than four decades, I have cared for patients in military hospitals, private practice, and the VA, always believing that every patient deserves to be heard, respected, and treated with compassion.
40+ Years of Medical Experience
United States Army Veteran
Former Department of Veterans Affairs Physician
The Journey of HHOM
Dr. Howard Friedman's path to founding Howard’s House of Medicine (HHOM LLC) was paved by a deep-seated commitment to those who wear the uniform. As a United States Army veteran and former VA physician, he experienced firsthand the complexities and often overwhelming challenges veterans face when seeking the benefits they have earned through their service.
Dr. Friedman’s dual perspective—as both a servicemember and a clinical expert—allows him to bridge the gap between complex medical diagnoses and the specific legal requirements of the VA disability claims process. This section is reserved for the detailed personal narrative and mission that drives Dr. Friedman’s work today.
Deeply understanding the mission and the values of those who served our nation.
Army Veteran
Former VA Physician
Over a decade of experience navigating the complexities of the VA medical system.
Board-Certified
Certified in Internal Medicine, ensuring specialized and expert clinical analysis.
Medical Nexus Opinions
Providing evidence-based nexus letters to bridge the gap in disability claims.
The HHOM Process
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Submit your service records and relevant medical history through our secure portal.
Dr. Friedman personally conducts an exhaustive review of your evidence and clinical history.
A detailed medical nexus analysis identifies the direct link between service and condition.
Your formal medical nexus letter is expertly drafted and signed by Dr. Friedman.
Receive your completed letter along with guidance for your successful VA claim submission.
A Family Commitment
HHOM LLC is a family-owned medical practice built on a shared commitment to serving veterans with honesty, integrity, and compassion.
Every independent medical opinion and nexus letter is personally researched, written, and signed by Dr. Howard Friedman, M.D. No report is delegated or outsourced.
Every opinion reflects his decades of experience as a board-certified Internal Medicine physician, former United States Army physician, and former VA physician.
Behind the scenes, Dr. Friedman is supported by his wife, Ibojka Friedman, an accomplished artist and co-founder of HHOM LLC. She manages many of the administrative, creative, and organizational responsibilities that allow Dr. Friedman to devote his full attention to reviewing medical records and preparing evidence-based medical opinions for veterans.
Together, we believe every veteran deserves to be heard, treated with respect, and evaluated fairly. It is a privilege to assist those who have served our country, and we would be honored to earn your trust.
The Story of HHOM
Education
- Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
- Internal Medicine Residency
- Undergraduate Pre-Medical Studies
Military Service
- United States Army Veteran
- Medical Corps Officer
- Service-Connected Disability Advocacy
Experience
- Former VA Physician
- Hospital Medicine Practitioner
- Private Practice Internal Medicine
- Independent Medical Evaluator
Certification
- American Board of Internal Medicine
- State Medical Licensure
- DEA Registration