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Dr. Erin Forest, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 53
Dr. Erin Forest, MD
4.2 (29 Ratings)

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Dr. Erin Forest, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Sebastian, FL.
Dr. Erin Forest, MD
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Dr. Erin Forest, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 53
Sebastian, FL
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Erin Forest, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Sebastian, FL.

About

Dr. Forest graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 1997 and completed a residency at University Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.Dr. Erin Forest, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Sebastian, FL and has 27 years experience. Dr. Forest currently practices at Vero Orthopaedics and are affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital. Dr. Forest has experience treating conditions like Limb Pain and Osteoarthritis of Hand among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Forest received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 29 times. Dr. Forest's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Forest is board certified in Hand Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Limb Pain
Trigger Finger Release
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Limb Pain
Trigger Finger Release
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Limb Pain
Trigger Finger Release
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Broken Arm
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Joint Pain
Tenosynovitis
Trigger Finger
Carpal Tunnel Release
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Neuroplasty
Wrist Replacement
Dupuytrens Contracture
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
De Quervain's Release
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Steroid Injection
Bursitis
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Chondromalacia
De Quervain's Disease
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Gout
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Humerus Fracture
Lateral Epicondylitis
Low Back Pain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteophyte of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Arthrocentesis
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Excision of Ganglion
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Hand Tendon Repair
Peripheral Nerve Block
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Somatic Nerve Block
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Autoimmune Diseases
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Back Pain
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Neck
Bursitis of Hip
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Congenital Hand Anomaly
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Foot Fracture
Fracture
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Gait Abnormality
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Tendinitis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Fracture
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Cord Injury
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lupus
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Medial Epicondylitis
Muscle Cramping
Myelopathy
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Fracture
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Pseudoarthrosis
Pulmonary Disease
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Shoulder
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Sacral Fracture
Scapular Fracture
Scleroderma
Scoliosis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Diseases
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Instability
Shoulder Osteophyte
Shoulder Pain
Sjögren's Syndrome
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spine Disorders
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sports Injuries
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Sternum Fracture
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tendonitis
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Vascular Disease
Vertebral Column Tumors
Wrist Osteophyte
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arm Surgery
Arthroscopic Joint Surgery
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Arthroscopic Surgery
Biceps Tendon Repair
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Dislocation Open Reduction
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Repair
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Surgery
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Hip Replacement
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Partial Shoulder Replacement
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Surgery
Synovial Biopsy
Total Shoulder Replacement
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wound Repair
Wrist Fusion

Insurance Accepted

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  • WellPoint
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Medicare
  • Cigna
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Western Health Advantage
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Aetna
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • United Healthcare
  • Health Net
    Tricare
  • Superior Health Plan
  • Alameda Alliance
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield

Locations

  1. 1 Vero Orthopaedics
    801 Wellness Way Ste 100, Sebastian, FL 32958
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (772) 569-2330
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Vero Orthopaedics II PA
    801 Wellness Way Ste 100, Sebastian, FL 32958
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (772) 388-9510
  3. 3 Vero Orthopaedics II PA
    3955 Indian River Blvd Ste 100, Vero Beach, FL 32960
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (772) 569-2330
  4. 4 Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital
    1000 36th St, Vero Beach, FL 32960
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (777) 567-4311

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Forest
4.2
Based on 29 Reviews
5 Stars (21)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (2)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (4)

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Jan 24, 2022
Best hand surgeon around with years of experience. No complaints just praise. Explains options and detailed about treatment. Not rushed .
— Jan 24, 2022
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About Me

Specialties*
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery
Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
    1997
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
    1998
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
    2002
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Allegheny General Hospital/Western Pennsylvania Hospital Medical Education Consortium
    2003
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Erin Forest, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Forest's profile.

Dr. Forest frequently treats the following conditions: Limb Pain and Osteoarthritis of Hand. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Erin Forest, MD is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Erin Forest, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital

    1000 36th St, Vero Beach, FL