Summary

Joseph Forrester specializes in surgery and brings 15 years of experience to patient care. They completed medical school at the University of Virginia School of Medicine and went on to complete residency training at Stanford Hospitals and Clinics. Joseph speaks English and is well-prepared to help patients navigate their surgical needs.

Joseph practices at Stanford Hospital in Palo Alto, California. They have particular expertise in treating various types of hernias, including ventral hernias, incisional hernias, and epigastric hernias. Their surgical practice includes performing blood work evaluations and specialized medical procedures to ensure comprehensive patient care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 15 years of experience
  • 72 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Stanford Hospitals And Clinics
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Office Locations

Joseph (joe) D Forrester has 2 locations

Joseph (joe) D Forrester

900 Blake Wilbur DrPalo Alto, CA 94304

Joseph (joe) D Forrester

300 Pasteur DrPalo Alto, CA 94304

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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Palo Alto , CAPalo Alto , CARedwood City , CAPalo Alto , CA
Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN MEDICAL SCHOOL Med School: Medical University Of Plovdiv Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Joseph (joe) D Forrester

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Aspire Health Plan
  • Aspire Health Plan - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Brand New Day
  • Brand New Day - Medicare
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net - Medicare
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare
  • Hometown Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare
  • Stanford Health Care Advantage
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Medicare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - HMO
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Joseph (joe) D Forrester has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Joseph (joe) D Forrester has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • General Surgeon
  • General Surgery
  • Surgical Critical Care (surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

Joseph (joe) D Forrester holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Stanford Hospitals And Clinics.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Virginia School Of Medicine in 2011.

NPI Number

Joseph (joe) D Forrester's NPI number is 1417247552.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Joseph (joe) D Forrester accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Where is Joseph (joe) D Forrester's office located?
Joseph (joe) D Forrester's office is located at 900 Blake Wilbur Dr, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.
What languages does Joseph (joe) D Forrester speak?
Joseph (joe) D Forrester speaks English.
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