Julius Friedenwald (December 20, 1866 - June 8, 1941) was an American gastroenterologist and writer.

[1] His father Aaron Friedenwald was professor of otology and ophthalmology at the College of Physicians and Surgeons (Baltimore).

[1] He was educated at Johns Hopkins University and obtained his B.A.

[2] From 1909 to 1935 Friedenwald was professor of gastroenterology at the University of Maryland.

[1][6] The Julius Friedenwald Medal was established in 1941 to recognize individuals who made lifelong contributions to the field of gastroenterology.