16: The System for Living Through September 11th with Dr. Greg Fried

Some episodes entertain. This one will change you. Dr. Gregory Fried’s story is not just about surviving 9/11—it's about everything that came after. As the Executive Chief Surgeon for the NYPD, he wasn’t just a witness; he was a first responder standing at the very edge of collapse. What he saw, what he carried, and what he still remembers is etched into every word of this conversation. Let me introduce you to my father-in-law.Find It Quickly01:15 - Early Career and Becoming a Police Surgeon02:45 - Rising Through the Ranks07:13 - September 11th: The Day That Changed Everything11:48 - Surviving the Collapse20:33 - Escape and Rescue27:00 - Arrival in Jersey City27:15 - Hospital Recovery and Miscommunication29:21 - Transfer to NYU and Initial Challenges30:37 - Return Home and Medical Diagnosis31:26 - Involvement in Recovery Efforts33:46 - Health Concerns and Documentation35:26 - Exposure to Toxic Dust38:10 - Long-term Health Impacts48:26 - Decision to Retire52:02 - Reflections on 9/11 and Its LegacyConnect with Dr. Greggfriedmd.comLife on The Thin Blue LineConnect with Julie:Website: dallasgirlfriday.comInstagram: @thesystemforeverything