3.8
4 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Charles Forster treats sexually transmitted infections, rectovaginal injury, and vaginal and vulvar cancer, and performs bacterial vaginosis tests and vaginal wet mount procedures. He practices family medicine and has 37 years of experience, speaking both English and Spanish. Dr. Forster is affiliated with Multicare Yakima Memorial and sees patients in Yakima, Washington. He earned his medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine and completed his residency at Tacoma Family Medicine Residency. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Forster 3.75 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 37 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Tacoma Family Medicine Residency
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Charles Joseph Forster has 2 locationsYakima Health Center
1117 Tieton DrYakima, WA 98902 Tel: (509) 207-3017
Mon7:30 am - 6:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 6:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 6:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 6:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 6:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 37 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish, Tamil, Arabic, Malayalam |
| Yakima , WA | Orlando , FL | Mill Creek , WA | Denton , TX |
| Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine | Med School: Stanley Medical College | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Charles Joseph Forster
Medical Specialties
Dr. Charles Joseph Forster has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Charles Joseph Forster has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
37 Years Experience
Dr. Charles Joseph Forster holds an active medical license in the state of Washington.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Washington that expires in 2028.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Tacoma Family Medicine Residency.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine in 1989.
NPI Number
Dr. Forster's NPI number is 1598859829.
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- Dr. Charles Forster speaks English and Spanish.
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