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Dr. Erin Forest, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
4.2 (29)
Map Pin Small Sebastian, FL
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Erin Forest, MD

Dr. Erin Forest, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgery Specialist in Sebastian, FL. They specialize in Orthopedic Hand Surgery, has 27 years of experience, and is board certified in Hand Surgery. They graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine and is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital. Dr. Forest, completed a residency at University Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Patients rated Dr. Forest an average 4.2 star rating.

Dr. Forest works at Vero Orthopaedics in Sebastian, FL. They frequently treat conditions like Limb Pain and Osteoarthritis of Hand along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Forest's Office Locations

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    Vero Orthopaedics
    801 Wellness Way Ste 100, Sebastian, FL 32958 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (772) 569-2330
    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
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Hospital Affiliations
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  • Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital

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Limb Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Wrist Replacement
Limb Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Wrist Replacement

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Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Limb Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Wrist Replacement
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Dupuytrens Contracture
Tenosynovitis
Trigger Finger
De Quervain's Release
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Neuroplasty
Trigger Finger Release
Broken Arm
Joint Pain
Carpal Tunnel Release
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis
Wrist Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Hand Tendon Repair
Shoulder Replacement
Steroid Injection
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Autoimmune Diseases
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Bone Disorders
Broken Neck
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondromalacia
Clavicle Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Femur Fracture
Fracture
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Gait Abnormality
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Muscle Cramping
Myelopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteophyte of Hand
Osteoporosis
Osteosarcoma
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Pseudoarthrosis
Pulmonary Disease
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Sacral Fracture
Scoliosis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Diseases
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Instability
Shoulder Osteophyte
Shoulder Pain
Sjögren's Syndrome
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spine Disorders
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Sports Injuries
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tendonitis
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Vascular Disease
Vertebral Column Tumors
Wrist Sprain or Strain
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arm Surgery
Arthroscopic Joint Surgery
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Arthroscopic Surgery
Biceps Tendon Repair
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Surgery
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
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Partial Shoulder Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Surgery
Somatic Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Wound Repair
Wrist Fusion
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    4.2
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    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 27 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1104862895
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Allegheny General Hospital/Western Pennsylvania Hospital Medical Education Consortium
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
    Residency
    Internship
    • University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Davidson College, Davidson, NC
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Erin Forest, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Forest is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Forest has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Forest works at Vero Orthopaedics in Sebastian, FL. View the full address on Dr. Forest’s profile.

    Dr. Forest has seen patients for Limb Pain and Osteoarthritis of Hand, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Forest on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    29 patients have reviewed Dr. Forest. The overall rating for this provider is 4.2. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Forest.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Forest, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Forest appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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