4.8
4 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Forrest Fernandez treats closed head injury, traumatic brain injury, and respiratory failure, and performs abdominal surgery, abdominal wall reconstruction, and appendectomy. He practices surgery and critical care medicine and has 37 years of experience in these fields.
Dr. Fernandez earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan and completed his residency at St. Joseph Mercy Health System in 1996. He is affiliated with Lancaster General Hospital, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, and sees patients in Lancaster and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Fernandez 4.75 out of 5.
Dr. Fernandez earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan and completed his residency at St. Joseph Mercy Health System in 1996. He is affiliated with Lancaster General Hospital, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, and sees patients in Lancaster and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Fernandez 4.75 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 37 years of experience
- 30 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- St. Joseph Mercy Health System
- 3 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Forrest Fernandez has 3 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Forrest Fernandez, MD | Erika Samlowski | Alycia So | Walker Lyons |
| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 37 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Lancaster , PA | Philadelphia , PA | Philadelphia , PA | Philadelphia , PA |
| Med School: University of Michigan | Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin | Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania | Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Forrest Fernandez
Medical Specialties
Forrest Fernandez has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Forrest Fernandez has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
37 Years Experience
Forrest Fernandez holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at St. Joseph Mercy Health System in 1996.
Medical School
Graduated from University of Michigan in 1989.
NPI Number
Forrest Fernandez's NPI number is 1174619969.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Forrest Fernandez speak?
- Forrest Fernandez speaks English.
- Is Forrest Fernandez accepting new patients?
- Forrest Fernandez is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Forrest Fernandez's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
- Does Forrest Fernandez accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Forrest Fernandez accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Which hospitals is Forrest Fernandez affiliated with?
- Forrest Fernandez is affiliated with Lancaster General Hospital, Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center.
- Does Forrest Fernandez accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Forrest Fernandez has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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