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Dr. Robert Forster, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 71
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Dr. Robert Forster, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in North Las Vegas, NV.
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Dr. Robert Forster, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 71
North Las Vegas, NV
Accepting new patients
45 years of experience
Dr. Robert Forster, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in North Las Vegas, NV.

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Dr. Forster graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 1979 and completed a residency at University Glasgow Scotland.Dr. Robert Forster, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in North Las Vegas, NV and has 45 years experience. Dr. Forster currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Valley View Medical Center. At present, Dr. Forster received an average rating of 3.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. Dr. Forster's office accepts new patients. Dr. Forster is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery.

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Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis
Achilles Tendinitis
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis
Achilles Tendinitis
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Disorders
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Conditions
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Heel Spur
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Meniscus Tear
Muscle Cramping
Myelopathy
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
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 Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Tendonitis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spine Disorders
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Torticollis
Trigger Finger
ACL Surgery
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arm Surgery
Arthrocentesis
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Repair
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Fracture Care
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Resurfacing
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Knee Replacement Revision
Knee Surgery
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Shoulder Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Trigger Point Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

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Locations

  1. 1 Veterans Affairs Southern Nevada Healthcare System
    6900 N Pecos Rd # R, North Las Vegas, NV 89086
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Sports Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
    1979
Medical Education

Board Certifications

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

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Naval Medical Center
    1980
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Glasgow Scotland
    1985
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Tahoe Fracture Clin
    1989
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Robert Forster, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Forster's profile.

Dr. Robert Forster, MD is affiliated with Valley View Medical Center.

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

Hospital Affiliations

  • Valley View Medical Center

    5330 S Highway 95, Fort Mohave, AZ