Summary

Dr.?David?A.?Forsh is a distinguished Orthopaedic Trauma and Adult Reconstruction Surgeon, board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.  



Specializing in complex fracture care, including pelvic and acetabular reconstruction, nonunions, malunions, and polytrauma, as well as pediatric trauma, Dr. Forsh takes care of some of the most complex regional tertiary trauma. He also maintains a strong commitment to global orthopaedic outreach, having delivered trauma care in Costa Rica, South Africa, and Liberia.  



 Dr. Forsh is an active clinical researcher and educator, and has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, authored book chapters, and has several national and international presentations throughout North America, Europe and Asia. His work spans topics such as: 



·         Fragility fracture epidemiology in older adults 



·         Complex trauma reconstruction techniques 



·         E-bike–related injury trends 



·         Outcomes and opioid use following tibial and hip fracture surgery 



·         Quality and reporting standards in orthopaedic trauma trials 



Dr. Forsh’s research has helped shape critical thinking around study design and evidence transparency in Orthopaedics. His work has appeared in high-impact journals including Injury, Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma, Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, and Journal of Orthopaedics



Dr. Forsh is also dedicated to advancing orthopaedic education. He is a teaching faculty member for AO North America (AONA), the leading international organization for orthopaedic trauma education, and serves on the North American Musculoskeletal Trauma Education Committee (NAMTEC) for AONA—helping shape the future of orthopaedic surgical training across the U.S. and Canada. 


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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 84 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • UC Davis Medical Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

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New York , NYNew York , NYParamus , NJNew York , NY
Med School: University of Chicago Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David A Forsh

  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicaid
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid
  • AmeriHealth
  • Amida Care
  • Amida Care - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross of Idaho
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare)
  • CDPHP
  • Centivo
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Cigna - PPO
  • ConnectiCare
  • Elderplan
  • Elderplan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • Freedom Health - HMO
  • GEHA
  • Hamaspik Choice
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey - Medicare
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Integra
  • MagnaCare
  • MagnaCare - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - HMO
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • MVP Health Care
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • Progressive
  • Progressive - POS
  • Senior Whole Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • VillageCareMax
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. David A Forsh has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David A Forsh has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Laminectomy
  • Orthopedic Trauma Surgery
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery, 2014

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active
Medical Doctor, New York, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

UC Davis Medical Center2012

Residency

Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai2011

Internship

Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai2007

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