Dr. James W. Forsen, MD | Saint Louis, MO | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery

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Dr. James Forsen is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgeon who also practices pediatrics, bringing 38 years of experience to his care of patients. He earned his medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and focuses his practice on treating ear, nose, and throat conditions in both children and adults. Dr. Forsen speaks English and has built his expertise over nearly four decades of clinical practice.

Dr. Forsen is affiliated with multiple hospitals throughout Saint Louis, Missouri, including Saint Louis Children's Hospital, Mercy Children's Hospital Saint Louis, and Mercy Hospital Saint Louis. He specializes in treating common childhood ear infections like otitis media and serous otitis media, as well as tonsillitis. His surgical expertise includes middle ear surgery, placing ear tubes through tympanostomy procedures, and removing adenoids when necessary. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
4.5

12 Ratings
38 years of experience
speaks English
Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine
5 written reviews
2 specialties
7 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
9 hospital affiliations
5 office locations
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Dr Forsen was fine but his billing department literally lied to us and took an additional 250 dollar copay we had already paid. When I complained to the billing specialist, she didn’t care and just told me that it wasn’t her fault. She also spoke over me the entire conversation. Dr. Forsen was very nice, his staff was an absolute atrocity. Do not go here only to avoid a careless staff that will be little to no help during the follow up.

October 15th, 2019

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Dr. Forsen has always recognized and remembered us when we come in to see him. Both of my children have seen him, one from the tender age of 5 days old to now 5 years. He is so great with my children and takes the time to explain what is happening and why and the next steps. He also takes the time to ask if "mom or dad" have any questions which is amazing in this age of rushing doctors

April 6th, 2017

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I brought my 4-year old son to see Dr. Forsen. He is absolutely wonderful! He "clicked" with my son right away, made him at ease, had wonderful bedside manner in general. I would recommend him in a heart beat. It is not everyday that you see a physician so caring and personable.

January 9th, 2016

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After my 4 year old had her tonsils taken out, he was in the surgery center the whole day. He, himself, even called 2 days after to check on her!!! He has always taken his time with us, to explain, and to answer all of our questions. He is so compassionate to the kids. His staff has always been more than friendly, and very helpful!

March 23rd, 2011

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Our daughter was born with a birth defect...and Dr. Forsen was the first and only ENT we saw (with the exception of the other doctors in the office on rare occassion - weekends/emergencies). He spent time explaining to us what was happening, empathisizing with us, he even came into the hospital to check on her when he had his kids and he was not the on-call doctor.

October 26th, 2009

Saint Louis Childrens Hospital

1 Childrens PlSaint Louis, MO 63110

Tel: (314) 454-6000

Mercy Childrens Hospital Saint Louis

615 S New Ballas RdSaint Louis, MO 63141

Tel: (314) 251-6000

Sound Health Services

343 S Kirkwood Rd Ste 205Saint Louis, MO 63122

Tel: (314) 970-2770

Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Mercy Hospital Saint Louis

615 S New Ballas RdSaint Louis, MO 63141

Tel: (314) 251-6000

Mercy Heart And Vascular Hospital Saint Louis

625 S New Ballas RdCreve Coeur, MO 63141

Tel: (314) 251-1100


Dr. James William Forsen, MD	Dr. Tara Natasha Shepherd, MD	Dr. Ryan Michael Sanchez, MD	Dr. Marium Naveed Khan, MD
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Pediatrics	Neonatology	Critical Care Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
4.5 (12 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
38 Years of Experience	7 Years of Experience	7 Years of Experience	10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Saint Louis , MO	Saint Louis , MO	La Jolla , CA	Marshfield , WI
Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine	Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine	Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine	Med School: Aga Khan University Medical College
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EDUCATION & TRAINING

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Washington University In St Louis School Of MedicineGraduated in 1988

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Does Dr. James Forsen accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. James Forsen has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. James Forsen's office located?: Dr. James Forsen's office is located at 1 Childrens Pl, Saint Louis, MO, 63110.
What languages does Dr. James Forsen speak?: Dr. James Forsen speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Forsen?: You can find contact information for Dr. James Forsen here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Forsen affiliated with?: Dr. James Forsen is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Saint Louis, Christian Hospital, Kindred Hospital Saint Louis South, Saint Louis Childrens Hospital, Barnes Jewish Saint Peters Hospital, Mercy Heart And Vascular Hospital Saint Louis, Mercy Childrens Hospital Saint Louis, Mercy Heart And Vascular Hospital Saint Louis, and Barnes Jewish Saint Peters Hospital.

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