Summary

Michael Forseth, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in the hand, wrist, and elbow. He has a special interest in complex reconstructive surgery and microsurgery, serving patients in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. He completed his hand surgery fellowship at the University of Cincinnati, and he is a frequent recipient of the Top Doctor designation in Mpls.St.Paul Magazine. He is very involved in volunteering his surgical skills to underserved communities through One World Surgery. “Volunteering overseas, in places like Haiti, Columbia, and Honduras, continues to be a positive influence on my practice. My experiences there have broadened my perspective about what I do here—personally and professionally.”

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 31 years of experience
  • 42 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Cincinnati, Mary S Stern Hand Foundation, Fellow in Hand Surgery
  • 31 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Michael J Forseth has 4 locations

Summit Orthopedics with Urgent Care Eagan

2620 Eagan Woods DrEagan, MN 55121
Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Summit Orthopedics: Minnetonka

15450 Highway 7 Ste 125Minnetonka, MN 55345
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Summit Orthopedics with Urgent Care Eden Prairie

11995 Singletree Ln Ste 325Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Summit Orthopedics with Urgent Care Plymouth

6050 Sycamore Ln NPlymouth, MN 55442
Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Michael J Forseth, MDDr. Robin Craig Crandall, MDDr. Chad Michael Myeroff, MDDr. Patrick Brendan Horrigan, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
31 Years of Experience 51 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Eagan , MNMinneapolis , MNWoodbury , MNSioux Falls , SD
Med School: University Of Sd Sch Of Med- Vermillion Sd- Med School: UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA MEDICAL SCHOOL Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Michael J Forseth

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota - Medicaid
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Empire Plan
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • HealthPartners
  • Hennepin Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • Liberty Mutual
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medica
  • Medica - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Nationwide
  • PreferredOne
  • Progressive
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • South Country Health Alliance
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • The Hartford - Workers’ Compensation
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Michael J Forseth has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Michael J Forseth has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Wrist Injury

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Michael J Forseth holds an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota. They are board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Cincinnati, Mary S Stern Hand Foundation, Fellow in Hand Surgery in 2000.

Residency

Completed their residency at Resurrection Medical Center, University Hosp, Inc, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Resurrection Med Ctr, General Surgery, Loyola University Medical Center, Loyola University Affiliated Hospitals in 1996, and Loyola University in 1995.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Sd Sch Of Med- Vermillion Sd- in 1995.

NPI Number

Michael J Forseth's NPI number is 1700992492.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Michael Forseth speak?
Michael Forseth speaks English.
Which hospitals is Michael Forseth affiliated with?
Michael Forseth is affiliated with M Health Fairview Bethesda Hospital.
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