Dr. Leighton H. Forrester, MD | Largo, MD | Cardiovascular Disease

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Dr. Leighton Forrester is a cardiovascular disease specialist with 37 years of experience treating heart and blood vessel conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency at The Washington Hospital. Dr. Forrester speaks both Spanish and English, allowing him to care for patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Forrester practices at Um Capital Region Medical Center in Largo, Maryland, and maintains hospital privileges at Luminis Health Doctors Community Hospital. He focuses on managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. His expertise includes performing heart diagnostic tests such as electrocardiograms, contrast echocardiography, and transthoracic echocardiograms to evaluate heart function. Patients rate Dr. Forrester 4.9 out of 5 stars for his cardiovascular care.

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4.9

21 Ratings
37 years of experience
37 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, English
The Washington Hospital
10 written reviews
1 specialty
12 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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Exceptional doctor. Best of the best.

June 20th, 2019

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Patient, great bedside manners, good listener,

April 17th, 2019

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Dr Forrester really listens. He doesn't rush, is very thorough and explains what's going on in as much detail as you need and, he is kind.

September 5th, 2018

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excellent doctor and excellent staff

February 11th, 2016

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Great doctor. Makes you feel comfortable, takes his time with you and answers all your questions in a manner in which you will understand. Good doctors are hard to come by. Great doctors nearly impossible to find. Dr. Forester is a great doctor.

August 22nd, 2015

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Dr . Forrester is very professional, goes above and beyond the normal effort to assist his patients and others in need, will provide an accurate diagnosis and an in depth patient consultation, and I have never known another doctor to love his work as much as he does. I highly recommend Dr. Forrester.

September 15th, 2013

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Dr. Forrester is one of two cardiologists in his office in Greenbelt. His staff has been with him for years. It is easy to get an appointment, and someone always calls to remind you a few days before so you won't forget. He is prompt, courteous, and very up-to-date with his skills, abilities, and knowledge of cardiac care. He is also concerned about 'whole health' and often makes 'spot-on' helpful suggestions. He is an athlete, so he understands the heart health and recovery for runners. Dr. Forrester is computer technology savvy and stays current with the latest research in cardiology. He is very kind, listens well, and never rushes the patient out the door. If you have to wait for your appointment, it may be five minutes or less. My family has been going to Dr. Forrester for over fifteen years. He is a trusted friend and doctor.

June 8th, 2013

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Was highly recommended to me by several others and I understand why. Excellent skilled and knowledgeable doctor, with great bedside manner

July 26th, 2012

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Dr. Forrester is quite good at what he does. He has a wonderful way of explaining complicated matters and has an equally impressive way of relating to his patients. He has a great bedside manner even when things to don't so promising.

June 8th, 2012

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Dr. Forrester has treated my elderly mother for years now, and I find him to be conservative in his treatments, which we prefer, and an extremely kind and patient doctor, who takes as much time as needed to make his patients feel at ease.

April 26th, 2011

Um Capital Region Medical Center

901 Harry S Truman Dr NLargo, MD 20774

Tel: (240) 677-1000


Dr. Leighton Hugh Forrester, MD	Jacob Hill, PA-C	Dr. Terence Richard Bertele, MD	Dr. Thomas Clay Casto
Cardiovascular Disease	Cardiovascular Disease	Cardiovascular Disease	Pediatrics
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.9 (21 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3.7 (38 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
37 Years of Experience		48 Years of Experience	6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Largo , MD	Waldorf , MD	Waldorf , MD	Columbus , OH
Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine		Med School: Universita Degli Studi Di Perugia Facolta Di Medicina E Chirurgia	Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Cardiovascular Disease

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

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Maryland, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

The Washington Hospital

Medical School

University Of Maryland School Of MedicineGraduated in 1989

Christine D Jansen
Nurse Practitioner
| Arlington, VA
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Dr. Ethridge June Lovett
Pediatrics
50 Years Exp | Washington, DC
(0)
Dr. Donald William Datlow
Preventative Medicine
66 Years Exp | Chevy Chase, MD
(0)
Dr. Stephen Robert Shapiro
Pediatrics
59 Years Exp | Alexandria, VA
(4)
Dr. William Alden Thistlethwaite, MD
Hospital Medicine
17 Years Exp | Washington, DC
(0)
Dr. Kyla Wyatt Nguyen, MD
Nurse Practitioner
| Springfield, VA
(0)
Dr. Nancy Dina Bridges, MD
Pediatrics
41 Years Exp | Bethesda, MD
(1)
Dr. Rae-Ellen Webb Kavey, MD
Pediatrics
54 Years Exp | Bethesda, MD
(0)
Dr. Jon Paul Shematek, MD
Pediatrics
54 Years Exp | Baltimore, MD
(2)
Dr. Priyanka Manoj Hardikar
Pediatrics
6 Years Exp | Washington, DC
(0)

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What languages does Dr. Leighton Forrester speak?: Dr. Leighton Forrester speaks Spanish and English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Leighton Forrester affiliated with?: Dr. Leighton Forrester is affiliated with Luminis Health Doctors Community Hospital.
Where is Dr. Leighton Forrester's office located?: Dr. Leighton Forrester's office is located at 901 Harry S Truman Dr N, Largo, MD, 20774.

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