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Dr. Robert Forster, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 60
Dr. Robert Forster, MD
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Dr. Robert Forster, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Port St Lucie, FL.
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Dr. Robert Forster, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 60
Port St Lucie, FL
Accepting new patients
Dr. Robert Forster, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Port St Lucie, FL.

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Dr. Robert Forster, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Port St Lucie, FL. They graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin and completed a residency at University Of Texas Medical Branch Hosp.. They currently practice at Florida Orthopaedic Specialists and are affiliated with HCA Florida Saint Lucie Hospital. Dr. Forster has experience treating conditions like Osteoarthritis of Wrist and Trigger Finger among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Forster received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 38 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Forster is board certified in Hand Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Trigger Finger Release
Trigger Finger
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Trigger Finger Release
Trigger Finger
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Trigger Finger Release
Trigger Finger
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Carpal Tunnel Release
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Steroid Injection
Degenerative Disc Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Osteoarthritis
Tenosynovitis
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Arthrocentesis
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Wrist Replacement
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Back Pain
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
De Quervain's Disease
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Humerus Fracture
Lateral Epicondylitis
Limb Pain
Medial Epicondylitis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteophyte of Hand
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Osteophyte
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Wrist Fracture
De Quervain's Release
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Excision of Ganglion
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand Tendon Repair
Neuroplasty
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
AC Joint Injury
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Broken Neck
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondromalacia
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Osteophyte
Elbow Sprain
Fibular Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Muscle Cramping
Myositis Ossificans
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Pelvic Fracture
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Elbow
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Sciatica
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Scleroderma
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tarlov Cyst
Tibial Fracture
Wrist Osteophyte
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Biceps Tendon Repair
Bursal Drainage
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 Tenotomy
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hip Replacement
Joint Drainage
Knee Replacement
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Total Shoulder Replacement
Wound Repair
Wrist Fusion

Insurance Accepted

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  • Medicare
  • Cigna HMO
  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Florida Orthopaedic Specialists
    9077 S Federal Hwy # 1, Port St Lucie, FL 34952
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (772) 335-4770
    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
  2. 2 Florida Orthopaedic Specialists
    1151 SE Indian St, Stuart, FL 34997
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (772) 335-4770

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Forster
4.6
Based on 38 Reviews
5 Stars (33)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (3)

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Oct 27, 2024
He sits and explains everything about your surgery and answers all of your questions in terms that are easy to understand without you having a medical degree. I would never think about seeing another surgeon. Besides all of that he’s just a great person.
Terry Weisbrot — Oct 27, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Medical College of Wisconsin
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Of Texas Medical Branch Hosp.
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Hughston Sports Medicine Foundation
Fellowship Hospital
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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. Robert Forster, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Forster's profile.

Dr. Forster frequently treats the following conditions: Osteoarthritis of Wrist and Trigger Finger. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Robert Forster, MD is affiliated with HCA Florida Saint Lucie Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Robert Forster, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • HCA Florida Saint Lucie Hospital

    1800 SE Tiffany Ave, Port Saint Lucie, FL