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Dr. Michael Forrester, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
3.6 (21)
Map Pin Small Murrieta, CA
Accepting new patients
47 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Michael Forrester, MD

Dr. Michael Forrester, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Murrieta, CA. They specialize in Ear, Nose, and Throat, has 47 years of experience, and is board certified in Otolaryngology. They graduated from University of California at Berkeley and is affiliated with Southwest Healthcare Inland Valley Hospital and Loma Linda University Medical Center - Murrieta. Patients rated Dr. Forrester an average 3.6 star rating.

Dr. Forrester works at Practice in Murrieta, CA. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and 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. Forrester's Office Locations

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    Trivalley Ear Nose Throat
    25150 Hancock Ave Ste 204, Murrieta, CA 92562 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (951) 698-8222

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  • Southwest Healthcare Inland Valley Hospital
  • Loma Linda University Medical Center - Murrieta

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    About Dr. Michael Forrester, MD

    Specialties*
    • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Years of Experience
    • 47 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1881761310
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • University of California at Berkeley
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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