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Dr. Lisa Downing-Forget, MD

Geriatric Medicine*
3.8 (9)
Map Pin Small Bennington, VT
Accepting new patients

Overview of Dr. Lisa Downing-Forget, MD

Dr. Lisa Downing-Forget, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Bennington, VT. They graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine and is affiliated with Berkshire Medical Center and Southwestern Vermont Medical Center. Dr. Downing-Forget, completed a residency at University of Rochester/Highland Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program. Patients rated Dr. Downing-Forget an average 3.8 star rating.

Dr. Downing-Forget works at Practice in Bennington, VT with other offices in Rochester, NY. They frequently treat conditions like Muscle Cramping and Shortness of Breath along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and UnitedHealthCare 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. Downing-Forget's Office Locations

  1. 1
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    140 Hospital Dr Ste 108, Bennington, VT 05201 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (802) 447-5519
  2. 2
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    105 Canal Landing Blvd Ste 1, Rochester, NY 14626 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (585) 368-4050

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  • Berkshire Medical Center
  • Southwestern Vermont Medical Center

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Muscle Cramping
Shortness of Breath
Constipation
Muscle Spasm
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Nail Infection
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Diarrhea
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Fever
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Foot Infection
Ingrown Nail
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Joint Pain
Leukocytopenia
Limb Pain
Nausea
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Pharyngitis
Sebaceous Cysts
Tobacco Use Disorder
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
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Abnormal Thyroid
Acidosis
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Actinic Keratosis
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Administrative Physical
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Athlete's Foot
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Atrophic Vaginitis
Back Pain
Balanitis
Balanoposthitis
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bladder Infection
Blepharitis
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bronchospasm
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Bunion
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Cachexia
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Cluster Headache
Coccygeal Pain
Common Cold
Congestive Heart Failure
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dehydration
Dementia
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Depression
Depressive Disorders
Dermatitis Due to Drugs
Dermatitis Due to Substances Taken Internally
Diabetes
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Dry Eyes
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Dry Skin
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Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
End-of-Life Issues
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fibromyalgia
Fungal Nail Infection
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Genital Herpes
Gout
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Hair Loss
Hammer Toe
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hemorrhoids
Herpes Simplex Infection
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
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Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Indigestion
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Intertrigo
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iodine Deficiency
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Jock Itch
Lactose Intolerance
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Lichen Simplex Chronicus
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Low Back Pain
Low Blood Oxygen Level
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Mastodynia
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Neurogenic Bladder
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Orchitis
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Proteinuria
Radiculopathy
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sarcoidosis
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Skin Diseases
Skin Disorders
Skin Ulcer
Sleep Apnea
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stye
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Swimmer's Ear
Swine Flu
Tension Headache
Throat Pain
Thrush
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Thyroid Disease
Thyroid Goiter
Tinea Versicolor
Tinnitus
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Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Tremor
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Trigeminal Neuralgia
Urinary Stones
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
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Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Infection
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin Deficiency
Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Abscess Incision and Drainage
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Advance Directive End of Life Planning
Breast Exam
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Geriatric Assessment
Human Papillomavirus DNA Testing
Immunization
Joint Drainage
Joint Injection
Mole Removal
Pap Smear
Pelvic Exams
Physical Examination
Prostate Cancer Screening Exam (DRE)
Skin Biopsy
Skin Lesion Removal
Spirometry
Steroid Injection
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Urinalysis
Vaccination
Wart Removal
Wellness Examination
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    Specialties*
    • Geriatric Medicine

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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1255575379
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of Rochester
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University of Rochester/Highland Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Cornell University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Family Practice and Geriatric Medicine
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    Dr. Downing-Forget has seen patients for Muscle Cramping and Shortness of Breath, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Downing-Forget on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    9 patients have reviewed Dr. Downing-Forget. The overall rating for this provider is 3.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Downing-Forget.

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