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Dr. Lisa Downing-Forget, MD

Geriatric Medicine* Age 50
Dr. Lisa Downing-Forget, MD
3.8 (9 Ratings)
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Dr. Lisa Downing-Forget, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Physician in Bennington, VT.
Dr. Lisa Downing-Forget, MD
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Dr. Lisa Downing-Forget, MD

Geriatric Medicine* Age 50
Bennington, VT
Accepting new patients
Dr. Lisa Downing-Forget, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Physician in Bennington, VT.

About

Dr. Downing-Forget graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine and completed a residency at University of Rochester/Highland Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program. Dr. Lisa Downing-Forget, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Physician in Bennington, VT. Dr. Downing-Forget currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Rutland Regional Medical Center, Berkshire Medical Center and Southwestern Vermont Medical Center. Dr. Downing-Forget has experience treating conditions like Nail Infection and Shortness of Breath among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Downing-Forget received an average rating of 3.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 9 times. Dr. Downing-Forget's office accepts new patients. Dr. Downing-Forget is board certified in Family Practice and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Immunization Administration
Nail Infection
Shortness of Breath
Immunization Administration
Nail Infection
Shortness of Breath
Muscle Cramping
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Constipation
Muscle Spasm
Urinary Incontinence
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
Dehydration
Diarrhea
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Fever
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Foot Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Ingrown Nail
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Nausea
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Pharyngitis
Sebaceous Cysts
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Throat Pain
Thrush
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Tobacco Use Disorder
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Abdominal Pain
Abnormal Thyroid
Acidosis
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Actinic Keratosis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Administrative Physical
Adult Failure to Thrive
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Athlete's Foot
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Atrophic Vaginitis
Back Pain
Balanitis
Balanoposthitis
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bladder Infection
Blepharitis
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bronchospasm
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Bunion
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Bursitis
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Cachexia
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Cluster Headache
Coccygeal Pain
Common Cold
Congestive Heart Failure
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dementia
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Depression
Depressive Disorders
Dermatitis Due to Drugs
Dermatitis Due to Substances Taken Internally
Diabetes
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Dry Eyes
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Dry Skin
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Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
End-of-Life Issues
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fibromyalgia
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Genital Herpes
Gout
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Hair Loss
Hammer Toe
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hemorrhoids
Herpes Simplex Infection
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Hives
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Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Indigestion
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Intertrigo
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iodine Deficiency
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Jock Itch
Lactose Intolerance
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Leukocytopenia
Lichen Simplex Chronicus
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Low Back Pain
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Mastodynia
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Neurogenic Bladder
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Onychomycosis
Orchitis
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Proteinuria
Radiculopathy
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sarcoidosis
Sciatica
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Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Skin Diseases
Skin Disorders
Skin Ulcer
Sleep Apnea
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stye
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Swimmer's Ear
Swine Flu
Tension Headache
Thyroid Disease
Thyroid Goiter
Tinea Versicolor
Tinnitus
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Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Tremor
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Trigeminal Neuralgia
Urinary Stones
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Infection
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin Deficiency
Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Abscess Incision and Drainage
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Advance Directive End of Life Planning
Breast Exam
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Geriatric Assessment
Human Papillomavirus DNA Testing
Immunization
Joint Drainage
Joint Injection
Mole Removal
Pap Smear
Pelvic Exams
Physical Examination
Prostate Cancer Screening Exam (DRE)
Skin Biopsy
Skin Lesion Removal
Spirometry
Steroid Injection
Stitches
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Urinalysis
Vaccination
Wart Removal
Wellness Examination

Insurance Accepted

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  • APCN Open Access Aetna Select
    Savings Plus of Metro, NY
    Choice Plus POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Select
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
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    Open Choice PPO
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    Preferred Blue v5 PPO
  • Preferred Care PPO
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    Navigate HMO
    Choice Plus POS
    Nexus Open Access
    Options PPO
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    MVP Health Plan EPO

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    140 Hospital Dr Ste 108, Bennington, VT 05201
  2. 2 Office
    105 Canal Landing Blvd Ste 1, Rochester, NY 14626

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Downing-Forget
3.8
Based on 9 Reviews
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1 Star (2)

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Aug 05, 2023
She makes sure that my care is coordinated with my other providers. She explains things well and is warm and caring. She follows through on care issues, is conservative and careful. She may be the best internist I have ever seen in my 88 years.
M&J — Aug 05, 2023
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Specialties*
Geriatric Medicine
Family Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Family Practice, Family Practice and Geriatric Medicine
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Rochester/Highland Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Rochester
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Lisa Downing-Forget, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Downing-Forget's profile.

Dr. Downing-Forget frequently treats the following conditions: Nail Infection and Shortness of Breath. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Lisa Downing-Forget, MD is affiliated with Rutland Regional Medical Center, Berkshire Medical Center and Southwestern Vermont Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Lisa Downing-Forget, MD holds board certification in Family Practice, Family Practice and Geriatric Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Rutland Regional Medical Center

    160 Allen St, Rutland, VT

  • Berkshire Medical Center

    725 North St, Pittsfield, MA

  • Southwestern Vermont Medical Center

    100 Hospital Dr, Bennington, VT