What to Know About the New Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) is a
Andrea K. Friall, MDAndrea K. Friall, M.D., is a native Floridian and received her Bachelor of Science in biology from Florida State University. She went on to study at Howard University College of Medicine for her medical degree. While at Howard, Dr. Friall was recognized for her community service and leadership. She completed her Obstetrics and Gynecology training at Tulane University. During her internship and residency at Tulane, she received many distinguished awards honoring her performance, service and teaching.
Since 2001, Dr. Friall has been a trusted physician and partner within North Florida Women’s Care. She accepted the esteemed role of Chief Medical Officer for Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare (TMH) in 2016. Her other roles within TMH have included: Medical Staff Chair, Medical Executive Committee member; Medical Staff Secretary/Treasurer; Credentials Committee Chair; and Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Chair.
Dr. Friall is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and the Chair and Legislative Vice Chair for the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, District XII, Section 1. She is also a member of the National Medical Association, the William Gunn Medical Society, and the Capital Medical Society. She has served as a board member of the Florida Obstetric and Gynecologic Society, as a board member of the American Red Cross. She enjoys teaching and her role as an Associate Clinical Professor for the FSU College of Medicine OB/GYN Clerkship.
Dr. Friall, her husband and daughter enjoy outdoor activities and traveling.
Dr. Friall’s current practice is gynecology only.
Patient Praise: “Dr. Friall was amazing! She was very professional and caring as she explained my diagnosis. I was unprepared to have immediate surgery; however, she assured me that she would be there to make sure that everything went well. She also made sure that my husband stayed informed. Thank you for making a difficult time much easier!”
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) is a
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