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Dr. Forrest Ringold, MD

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Dr. Forrest Ringold, MD
3.9 (17 Ratings)
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Dr. Forrest Ringold, MD is a General Surgeon in Mobile, AL.
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Dr. Forrest Ringold, MD

General Surgery* Age 53
Mobile, AL
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience
Dr. Forrest Ringold, MD is a General Surgeon in Mobile, AL.

About

Dr. Ringold graduated from University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine. Dr. Forrest Ringold, MD is a General Surgeon in Mobile, AL and has 27 years experience. Dr. Ringold currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Mobile Infirmary, Springhill Medical Center and Thomas Hospital. Dr. Ringold has experience treating conditions like Ileus among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Ringold received an average rating of 3.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 17 times. Dr. Ringold's office accepts new patients. Dr. Ringold is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Ileus
Anal or Rectal Pain
Umbilical Hernia
Ileus
Anal or Rectal Pain
Umbilical Hernia
Ileus
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Anal or Rectal Pain
Umbilical Hernia
Abdominal Pain
Appendicitis
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophageal Cancer
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Pelvic Abscess
Ventral Hernia
Colectomy
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Thyroid Lobectomy
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Wound Repair
Acute Bowel Infarction
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Burn Injuries
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Cholangiocarcinoma
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Fistula
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Megacolon
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Second-Degree Burns
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Adrenalectomy
Adrenalectomy with Robotic Assist
Anoscopy
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Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Bile Duct Procedure
Biopsy of Breast
Bladder Surgery
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colostomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Fecal Impaction Removal
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Bypass Surgery, Open
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastroenterostomy with Robotic Assist
Hemigastrectomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Colectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Revision Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Mastectomy
Nephrectomy
Nephrectomy with Robotic Assist
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Parathyroidectomy
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Peritoneal Dialysis
Port Placements or Replacements
Proctectomy
Proctosigmoidopexy with Robotic Assist
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Thoracentesis
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Wedge Resection Colon

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Locations

  1. 1 Surgical Association of Mobile P.A.
    3 Mobile Infirmary Cir Ste 212, Mobile, AL 36607
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (251) 433-2609
  2. 2 Andrew D. Burch JR. MD PC
    3715 Dauphin St Ste 6D, Mobile, AL 36608
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (251) 433-2609
  3. 3 Infirmary Ltac Hospital
    5 Mobile Infirmary Cir, Mobile, AL 36607
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (251) 435-2400

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ringold
3.9
Based on 17 Reviews
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Aug 29, 2019
Could not be happier with my experience with Dr. Ringold. He was very personable and seemed to genuinely care about my well being before and after surgery. I would definitely recommend him to others seeking the same procedure I had!
Tom — Aug 29, 2019
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Specialties*
General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine
    1997
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Forrest Ringold, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Ringold's profile.

Dr. Forrest Ringold, MD is affiliated with Mobile Infirmary, Springhill Medical Center and Thomas Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Forrest Ringold, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mobile Infirmary

    5 Mobile Infirmary Cir, Mobile, AL

  • Springhill Medical Center

    3719 Dauphin St, Mobile, AL

  • Thomas Hospital

    750 Morphy Ave, Fairhope, AL