Summary

Dr. Christopher Forthman is an orthopedic surgeon who has dedicated over two decades to helping patients with bone, joint, and muscle conditions. He earned his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Massachusetts General Hospital through Harvard Medical School. Dr. Forthman further refined his expertise through a fellowship at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, giving him 26 years of comprehensive experience in the field. He maintains board certification in orthopedic surgery from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Forthman practices at MedStar Health's Curtis National Hand Center in Baltimore, Maryland, where he is affiliated with MedStar Harbor Hospital. His clinical expertise focuses on treating conditions such as osteoarthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and stenosing tenosynovitis. He performs specialized procedures including bursa aspiration, bursa injection, and arthrocentesis to help patients find relief from joint pain and mobility issues. Patients consistently rate their experience with Dr. Forthman highly, giving him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 26 years of experience
  • 60 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • MedStar Union Memorial Hospital
  • 46 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • 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 Location

MedStar Health: Curtis National Hand Center

3333 North Calvert Street Johnson Professional Building, Suite 200Baltimore, MD 21218
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.4 
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26 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Baltimore , MDBaltimore , MDColumbia , MDAnnapolis , MD
Med School: Baylor College of Medicine Med School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Bronx, NY) Med School: Howard University Medical School Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Christopher Lee Forthman

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield - Medicare
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Jai Medical Systems
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MedStar Family Choice
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Priority Partners
  • Priority Partners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SAMBA
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • United Behavioral Health - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Zenith

Medical Specialties

Christopher Lee Forthman has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Christopher Lee Forthman has the following 4 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Christopher Lee Forthman holds an active medical license in the state of Maryland. 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 active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital in 2006.

Residency

Completed their residency at Harvard Medical School (Massachusetts General), Boston, MA, Orthopaedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, Surgery, and Massachusetts General Hospital in 2001.

Medical School

Graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 2000 and Tulane Univ School of Medicine in 2000.

NPI Number

Christopher Lee Forthman's NPI number is 1124059779.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Christopher Forthman's office located?
Christopher Forthman's office is located at 3333 North Calvert Street Johnson Professional Building, Suite 200, Baltimore, MD, 21218.
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