Summary

Dr. Catherine Forest is a family medicine physician who earned her medical degree from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine. She completed her residency at Sutter Medical Center and brings 36 years of experience to her practice. Her extensive background in family medicine allows her to provide comprehensive care for patients of all ages.

Dr. Forest practices at multiple respected facilities including Stanford Hospital, Natividad Medical Center, UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights, and Dominican Hospital across California locations in Santa Cruz, Stanford, San Francisco, and Palo Alto. She specializes in treating anxiety disorders and depression, including anxiety during pregnancy. Her clinical expertise includes performing breast cancer screenings and extremity X-rays. Patients rate her 2.7 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 2.7
  • 36 years of experience
  • Sutter Medical Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Catherine Sonquist Forest has 4 locations

Dominican Hospital

1555 Soquel DrSanta Cruz, CA 95065

Stanford Hospital

300 Pasteur DrStanford, CA 94305

Stanford Hospital

300 Pasteur DrPalo Alto, CA 94304

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Dr. Catherine Sonquist Forest, MDDr. James L. Pearson, MDReanna Lynn Clayton MSN, FNP-CShannon Renee Gigounas, DNP, FNP-BC
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
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2.7 
36 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Santa Cruz , CASeal Beach , CATempleton , CADanville , CA
Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Catherine Sonquist Forest

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Catherine Sonquist Forest has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Catherine Sonquist Forest has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • LGBT Issues
  • Pediatrics
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)
  • Women's Health

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Dr. Catherine Sonquist Forest holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Sutter Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Forest's NPI number is 1174652622.

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Dr. Catherine Forest's office is located at 1555 Soquel Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, 95065.
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