Summary

Dr. Lisa Forbess specializes in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine, bringing 35 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Harvard Medical School and has dedicated her career to treating heart and vascular conditions in patients of all ages. Dr. Forbess speaks both English and Spanish, allowing her to connect with a diverse patient population throughout South Florida.

Dr. Forbess practices at multiple Baptist Health locations across Miami, Pinecrest, and Coral Gables. She treats patients with high blood pressure, including emergency situations and pediatric cases. Her expertise includes performing heart imaging studies such as contrast echocardiography and transthoracic echocardiograms, as well as monitoring heart rhythms with Holter monitors to detect irregular heartbeats.

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Quick Facts

  • 35 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Harvard Medical School
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 8 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Lisa Weiss Forbess has 8 locations

Baptist Health Medical Group - Cardiology

13101 S Dixie Hwy Ste 420Pinecrest, FL 33156

Baptist Health Medical Group - Cardiology

15955 SW 96th St Ste 301Miami, FL 33196

Baptist Health Medical Group - Cardiology

7400 Sw 87th Ave Ste 100Miami, FL 33173
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

Baptist Health Medical Group - Cardiology

8950 N Kendall Dr Ste 507WMiami, FL 33176

Baptist Hospital Of Miami

8900 N Kendall DrMiami, FL 33176

Baptist Health Medical Group - Cardiology

8950 N Kendall Dr Ste 600WMiami, FL 33176

Baptist Health Medical Group - Cardiology

5000 University Dr Ste 3300Coral Gables, FL 33146

Baptist Health Medical Group - Cardiology

7400 Sw 87th Ave Ste 100Miami, FL 33173

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4.9 
35 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Pinecrest , FLWinter Park , FLLady Lake , FLCambridge , MA
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Universidad Central Del Caribe Med School: University of Toledo Medical School
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Lisa Weiss Forbess has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lisa Weiss Forbess has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Bradycardia
  • Chest Pain (Angina)
  • Cholesterol Management
  • Congenital Heart Disease (Patent Ductus Arteriosus)
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Echocardiography
  • Endocarditis
  • Heart Block
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Internal Medicine
  • Patent Foramen Ovale
  • Tetralogy of Fallot
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Dr. Lisa Weiss Forbess holds active and inactive medical licenses in the states of Maryland and Florida.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2026 and an inactive medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Forbess' NPI number is 1811952633.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Lisa Weiss Forbess speak?
Dr. Lisa Weiss Forbess speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lisa Weiss Forbess?
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Does Dr. Lisa Weiss Forbess accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Lisa Weiss Forbess has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Lisa Weiss Forbess's office located?
Dr. Lisa Weiss Forbess's office is located at 13101 S Dixie Hwy Ste 420, Pinecrest, FL, 33156.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lisa Weiss Forbess affiliated with?
Dr. Lisa Weiss Forbess is affiliated with Baptist Hospital Of Miami, South Miami Hospital, Ann And Robert H Lurie Childrens Hospital, and West Kendall Baptist Hospital.

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