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Dr. Forrest Murphy, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 74
Dr. Forrest Murphy, MD
4.7 (56 Ratings)
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Dr. Forrest Murphy, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Palm Desert, CA.
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Dr. Forrest Murphy, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 74
Palm Desert, CA
Accepting new patients
46 years of experience
Dr. Forrest Murphy, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Palm Desert, CA.

About

Dr. Murphy graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine in 1978 and completed a residency at University of Kansas Hospital.Dr. Forrest Murphy, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Palm Desert, CA and has 46 years experience. Dr. Murphy currently practices at Practice. At present, Dr. Murphy received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 56 times. Dr. Murphy's office accepts new patients. Dr. Murphy also speaks Tagalog. Dr. Murphy is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Nearsightedness
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Presbyopia
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Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
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Color Blindness
Conjunctiva Cyst
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Convergence Insufficiency
Corneal Erosion
Corneal Ulcer
Dacryoadenitis
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Dislocation of Lens
Disorder of Choroid
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Endophthalmitis
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Juvenile Macular Degeneration
Keratoconus
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Marfan Syndrome
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Retinal Telangiectasia
Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
Retrobulbar Neuritis
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Vertical Heterophoria
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B-Scan Ultrasound
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Excision or Destruction of Lesion of Sclera
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Eyeglasses
Eyelid Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Glaucoma Surgery
Iridectomy
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Pterygium Surgery
Removal of Intraocular Foreign Body
Retinal Testing
Soft Contact Lenses
Ultrasound, Eye
Vision Screening

Insurance Accepted

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  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
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  • Balanced (Prudent Buyer)-CA PPO
    UC Care-CA PPO
  • Basic HMO

Locations

  1. 1 Retina Institute of California Medical Group
    44139 Monterey Ave Ste A, Palm Desert, CA 92260
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 779-0800
  2. 2 Office
    1845 W Redlands Blvd Ste 101, Redlands, CA 92373
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (909) 363-1450
  3. 3 Southwestern Eye Center-Dme
    1515 S 8th St, Deming, NM 88030
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (575) 544-3937
  4. 4 Acuity Eye Group
    100 E California Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (800) 898-2020
  5. 5 Dona Ana Family Clinic PC
    2301 Saturn Cir, Las Cruces, NM 88012
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (915) 974-1551

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4.7
Based on 56 Reviews
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4 Stars (4)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (3)

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Dec 21, 2024
My visit today was completed in a thorough and timely manner. I received great service by the staff and the Doc was kind and informative.
Tim — Dec 21, 2024
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Languages Spoken
Tagalog
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Ophthalmology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Kansas School of Medicine
    1978
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Scottsdale Memorial Hospital
    1979
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Kansas Hospital
    1985
Residency Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Murphy communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Murphy offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. Murphy offer an online patient portal?
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Does Dr. Murphy have free onsite parking?
45 users said yes.
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Does Dr. Murphy offer weekend visits?
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Does Dr. Murphy offer evening visits?
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Yes, Dr. Forrest Murphy, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.