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Dr. Robert Forster, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 59
Dr. Robert Forster, MD
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Dr. Robert Forster, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Port St Lucie, FL.
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Dr. Robert Forster, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 59
Port St Lucie, FL
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience
Dr. Robert Forster, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Port St Lucie, FL.

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Dr. Robert Forster, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Port St Lucie, FL and has 34 years experience. They graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. They currently practice at Florida Orthopaedic Specialists and are affiliated with HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital. Dr. Forster has experience treating conditions like Trigger Finger, Glenoid Labrum Tear and Osteoarthritis of Wrist among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Forster received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 27 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Forster is board certified in Hand Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Trigger Finger
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Trigger Finger
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Trigger Finger
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Dupuytrens Contracture
Ganglion Cyst
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Carpal Tunnel Release
Steroid Injection
Trigger Finger Release
Wrist Replacement
Osteoarthritis
Tenosynovitis
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Cervical Radiculopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Humerus Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lateral Epicondylitis
Limb Pain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteophyte of Hand
Radiculopathy
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Osteophyte
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Arthrocentesis
De Quervain's Release
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Neuroplasty
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
AC Joint Injury
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Bone Cancer
Broken Neck
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Osteophyte
Elbow Sprain
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
Medial Epicondylitis
Miner's Knee
Myositis Ossificans
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Pelvic Fracture
Pinched Nerve in Back
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Elbow
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Systemic Sclerosis
Wrist Osteophyte
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Biceps Tendon Repair
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Repair
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Ganglion
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
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Hand Tendon Repair
Hip Replacement
Joint Drainage
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
Shoulder Replacement
Somatic Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Total Hip Replacement
Wound Repair
Wrist Fusion

Insurance Accepted

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  • Blue Choice
    Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • 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
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 17:00

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4.5
Based on 27 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
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1 Star (3)

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Feb 08, 2022
I’m totally satisfied with the outcome of my hand procedure. I feel like it was a miracle. I would highly recommend the procedure and Dr. Forster.
— Feb 08, 2022
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
    1990
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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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: Trigger Finger, Glenoid Labrum Tear and Osteoarthritis of Wrist. See more on Sharecare.

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

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

Hospital Affiliations

  • HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital

    1800 SE Tiffany Ave, Port Saint Lucie, FL