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Dr. Forest Heis, MD

Hip & Knee Orthopedics
4.9 (48)
Map Pin Small Edgewood, KY
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28 years of experience

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Overview of Dr. Forest Heis, MD

Dr. Forest Heis, MD is an Orthopedic Hip & Knee Surgery Specialist in Edgewood, KY. They specialize in Hip & Knee Orthopedics, has 28 years of experience. They graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine and is affiliated with St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital and St. Elizabeth Ft. Thomas Hospital.

Dr. Heis works at Commonwealth Orthopaedic Center in Edgewood, KY with other offices in Southgate, KY and Florence, KY. They frequently treat conditions like Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear), Knee Dislocation and Runner's Knee along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Heis' Office Locations

  1. 1
    Commonwealth Orthopaedic Centers
    560 S Loop Rd, Edgewood, KY 41017 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (859) 301-2663
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    12:45 - 17:00
  2. 2
    Commonwealth Orthopaedic Centers
    525 Alexandria Pike, Southgate, KY 41071 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (859) 301-2663
  3. 3
    St Elizabeth Physicians Urgent Care
    8726 US HIGHWAY 42, Florence, KY 41042 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (859) 301-2663

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Admitting Hospitals

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  • St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital
  • St. Elizabeth Ft. Thomas Hospital

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    About Dr. Forest Heis, MD

    Specialties
    • Hip & Knee Orthopedics
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 28 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1073518874
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Orthopaedic Specialty Hospital, Salt Lake City, Ut
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • Duke University Med Center
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Stanford University, Palo Alto, Ca
    Undergraduate School

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

    Dr. Heis has seen patients for Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear), Knee Dislocation and Runner's Knee, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Heis on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    48 patients have reviewed Dr. Heis. The overall rating for this provider is 4.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Heis.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Heis, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Heis 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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