Dr. Michael J. Forness, DO | Grand Rapids, MI | Orthopedic Surgery

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Dr. Forness graduated from the Midwestern University-Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1984. He works in Grand Rapids, MI and 4 other locations and specializes in Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Forness is affiliated with Select Specialty Hospital Spectrum Health, Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Munson Medical Center, Corewell Health Reed City Hospital and Corewell Health Helen Devos Childrens Hospital.

4.9

60 Ratings
42 years of experience
speaks English
Detroit Osteopathic Hospital
45 written reviews
1 specialty
13 areas of expertise
5 hospital affiliations
6 office locations
Male

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Very kind and thorough

December 27th, 2022 | Source: Partner

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Very informative, and seemed calm and knowledgeable about the topic. Glad he went back to double check his x ray reading as it was different.

December 16th, 2022 | Source: Partner

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He listened to what I had to say, and followed through with my wishes regarding my son.

December 13th, 2022 | Source: Partner

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Alright.

December 13th, 2022 | Source: Partner

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Dr Forness always explains things in a way that is easy to understand and gives us hope we are on the right track for improvement.

December 13th, 2022 | Source: Partner

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Great

December 2nd, 2022 | Source: Partner

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Dr Forness is by far the best surgeon my child has and she has several. Dr Forness always has a clear plan for care. We are incredibly grateful for him.

December 1st, 2022 | Source: Partner

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We have been seeing Dr. Forness annually for years for clubfeet follow-up. He has always been caring and always asks how soccer is going for my son.

November 4th, 2022 | Source: Partner

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Good, casual. Our visit seemed routine for him and we could have used a bit more indepth details of the condition and it's management

November 4th, 2022 | Source: Partner

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Very forthcoming, straight to the point, and a very nice doctor overall

October 5th, 2022 | Source: Partner

Helen Devos Childrens Hospital Orthopedics Grand Rapids

35 Michigan St NE Ste 4150Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Tel: (616) 267-2600

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

Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital

100 Michigan St NeGrand Rapids, MI 49503

Tel: (616) 391-1774

Trinity Health Saint Marys Grand Rapids

200 Jefferson Ave SeGrand Rapids, MI 49503

Tel: (616) 685-5000

Corewell Health Reed City Hospital

300 N Patterson RdReed City, MI 49677

Tel: (231) 832-3271

Munson Medical Center

1105 Sixth StTraverse City, MI 49684

Tel: (231) 935-5000

Kalkaska Memorial Health Center

419 S Coral StKalkaska, MI 49646

Tel: (231) 258-7500


Dr. Michael J Forness, DO	Dr. Alexander David Roszman	Dr. Andrew John Albert	Dr. Drew Bennett Krumm
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopaedic Trauma

4.9 (60 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
42 Years of Experience	7 Years of Experience	7 Years of Experience	7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Grand Rapids , MI	Seattle , WA	Grand Rapids , MI	Grand Rapids , MI
Med School: Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: University Of Toledo College Of Medicine	Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine	Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine
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Orthopedic Surgery

Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cerebral Palsy
Herniated Disc
Hip Surgery
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Laminectomy
Osteoarthritis
Scoliosis
Sports Medicine
Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Michigan, 2028, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Detroit Osteopathic Hospital

Medical School

Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 1984

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Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Forness affiliated with?: Dr. Michael Forness is affiliated with Select Specialty Hospital Spectrum Health, Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Munson Medical Center, Corewell Health Reed City Hospital, and Corewell Health Helen Devos Childrens Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Michael Forness speak?: Dr. Michael Forness speaks English.
Is Dr. Michael Forness accepting new patients?: Dr. Michael Forness has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Michael Forness accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Michael Forness has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Michael Forness's office located?: Dr. Michael Forness's office is located at 35 Michigan St NE Ste 4150, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503.

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