Summary

Dr. James Forrester specializes in cardiovascular disease, bringing three decades of experience to heart care. They graduated from Wake Forest School of Medicine and completed their residency at Carolinas Medical Center. Dr. Forrester speaks English and has dedicated their career to treating complex heart conditions.

Dr. Forrester practices at Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center with locations throughout North Carolina, including Jacksonville, Wilmington, Southport, Whiteville, and Bolivia. They focus on treating irregular heart rhythms such as atrial fibrillation and supraventricular tachycardia. Forrester performs electrical cardioversion to restore normal heart rhythm and provides specialized allergy treatments. Patients rate Dr. Forrester 4.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 30 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Carolinas Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

James Summers Forrester has 6 locations

Novant Health Heart & Vascular Institute - Jacksonville

2000 Brabham AveJacksonville, NC 28546
MonClosed
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Novant Health Heart & Vascular Institute - Wilmington Annex

1500 Physicians DrWilmington, NC 28401
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Novant Health Heart & Vascular Institute - Southport

3009 Medical Plaza LnSouthport, NC 28461
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Novant Health Heart & Vascular Institute - Whiteville

800 Jefferson StWhiteville, NC 28472
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Novant Health Heart & Vascular Institute - Bolivia

257 Hospital Dr NEBolivia, NC 28422
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Novant Health Heart & Vascular Institute - Scotts Hill

109 Scotts Hill Medical Dr Ste 204Wilmington, NC 28411
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseNurse PractitionerCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.8 
30 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Jacksonville , NCCambridge , MAJacksonville , NCGreenville , NC
Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine Med School: University of Toledo Medical School Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by James Summers Forrester

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Health Alliance
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Liberty Health Advantage
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Security Life
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

James Summers Forrester has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

James Summers Forrester has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Cardiac Arrhythmias
  • Cardiologist
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

James Summers Forrester holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Carolinas Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Wake Forest School Of Medicine in 1996.

NPI Number

James Summers Forrester's NPI number is 1154439149.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with James Summers Forrester?
You can find contact information for James Summers Forrester here on Vitals.
What languages does James Summers Forrester speak?
James Summers Forrester speaks English.
Where is James Summers Forrester's office located?
James Summers Forrester's office is located at 2000 Brabham Ave, Jacksonville, NC, 28546.
Which hospitals is James Summers Forrester affiliated with?
James Summers Forrester is affiliated with Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center.
Does James Summers Forrester accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
James Summers Forrester has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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