Summary

Dr. Lisa Downing-Forget is a family practitioner who specializes in geriatric medicine and family medicine. She earned her medical degree from the University of California Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine and completed her residency at the University of Rochester. With 24 years of experience in healthcare, Dr. Downing-Forget brings extensive knowledge to her practice. She is fluent in English and Russian.

Dr. Downing-Forget is affiliated with Unity Hospital at Rochester Regional Health and practices in both Bennington, Vermont and Rochester, New York. She focuses on treating conditions such as weakness, loss of trunk control, and hypertension. Her approach to care includes coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs for her patients. She also works closely with occupational therapy services to help patients maintain their independence and quality of life. Patients have given Dr. Downing-Forget an average rating of 3.9 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 24 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Russian
  • University Of Rochester
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Lisa Downing-Forget has 3 locations

SVMC Internal Medicine

140 Hospital Dr Ste 108Bennington, VT 05201
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

Dr. Lisa Downing-Forget

105 Canal Landing Blvd Ste 1Rochester, NY 14626

Southwestern Vermont Medical Center

140 Hospital DrBennington, VT 05201

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Dr. Lisa Downing-Forget, MDDr. Patti Lucas Miller, MDDr. Clarence Paul GraetherDr. Therese E Dranginis, MD
Geriatric MedicineInternal MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.9 
3.5 
24 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Russian Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Bennington , VTBennington , VTBennington , VTBennington , VT
Med School: University Of California Los Angeles David Geffen School Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lisa Downing-Forget

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont
  • CDPHP
  • CDPHP - HMO
  • CDPHP - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CDPHP - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • MVP Health Care
  • MVP Health Care - HMO
  • National Vision Administrators
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lisa Downing-Forget has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lisa Downing-Forget has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • EOL Care
  • Family Medicine
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Rochester.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California Los Angeles David Geffen School Of Medicine in 2002.

NPI Number

Dr. Downing-Forget's NPI number is 1255575379.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Lisa Downing-Forget affiliated with?
Dr. Lisa Downing-Forget is affiliated with Unity Hospital At Rochester Regional Health.

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