Summary

Dr. Forrest Fernandez is a surgeon and critical care medicine specialist with 37 years of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan and completed his residency at St. Joseph Mercy Health System in 1996. His extensive training has equipped him to handle complex surgical cases and provide intensive care for critically ill patients. Dr. Fernandez speaks English fluently.

Dr. Fernandez practices at Lancaster General Hospital in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, as well as Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. He specializes in treating patients with closed head injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and various types of lacerations. His surgical expertise includes abdominal surgery, abdominal wall reconstruction, and appendectomy procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 37 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • St. Joseph Mercy Health System
  • 3 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Forrest Fernandez has 3 locations

Dr. Forrest Fernandez

555 N Duke StLancaster, PA 17602

Dr. Forrest Fernandez

3400 Civic Center BlvdPhiladelphia, PA 19104

Dr. Forrest Fernandez

3737 Market StPhiladelphia, PA 19104

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37 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks Korean, English
Lancaster , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: University of Michigan Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Forrest Fernandez

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Amerihealth Caritas (Transplant patients only)
  • Capital Blue Cross/Capital Advantage Insurance Company
  • Centivo
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • Claim Watcher (Homestead/INDECs)
  • Clover Health
  • Devoted Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Global Medical Management
  • HealthAmerica / HealthAssurance a Coventry Plan
  • HealthSpring (formerly Cigna)
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Highmark Wholecare (fka Gateway Health)
  • Horizon BC/BS of NJ
  • Humana Medicare
  • Humana Military (Tricare/Health Net Federal Services)
  • Imagine Health (Imagine Health 360)
  • Independence Blue Cross (IBC)
  • Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners
  • Keystone First Health Plan
  • Medicaid - New Jersey
  • Medicaid - Pennsylvania
  • Medicare - Pennsylvania
  • Oscar Health Plan of PA
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • PA Health & Wellness
  • Perennial Advantage
  • Preferred Health Care/Eliance
  • Provider Partners Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Forrest Fernandez has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Forrest Fernandez has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Critical Care Specialist
  • General Surgeon

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

St. Joseph Mercy Health System1996

Medical School

University of MichiganGraduated in 1989

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Forrest Fernandez speak?
Dr. Forrest Fernandez speaks English.
Where is Dr. Forrest Fernandez's office located?
Dr. Forrest Fernandez's office is located at 555 N Duke St, Lancaster, PA, 17602.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Forrest Fernandez?
You can find contact information for Dr. Forrest Fernandez here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Forrest Fernandez accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Forrest Fernandez accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Forrest Fernandez accepting new patients?
Dr. Forrest Fernandez is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Forrest Fernandez's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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