0 reviews
Summary
Dr. Richard Forest is an experienced physician specializing in internal medicine, pediatrics, and emergency medicine. He earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Baystate Medical Center. With 35 years of medical practice, Dr. Forest brings extensive expertise to patient care. He communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Forest is affiliated with Charlotte Hungerford Hospital and practices at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, New York. His clinical focus includes treating drug allergies, nausea and vomiting, and abdominal pain. He performs emergency care services, comprehensive metabolic panels, and complete blood count testing to help diagnose and monitor patient health conditions.
Dr. Forest is affiliated with Charlotte Hungerford Hospital and practices at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, New York. His clinical focus includes treating drug allergies, nausea and vomiting, and abdominal pain. He performs emergency care services, comprehensive metabolic panels, and complete blood count testing to help diagnose and monitor patient health conditions.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 35 years of experience
- 53 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Baystate Medical Center
- 3 specialties
- 5 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Compare with Similar Doctors
![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
| Dr. Richard Robert Forest, MD | Dr. Lisa Persaud, MD | Dr. Amr Ali Shady, MD | Dr. Arthur Yunov, MD |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 35 Years of Experience | 20 Years of Experience | 40 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Arabic | Speaks English | |
| Ithaca , NY | Hicksville , NY | EAST SYRACUSE , NY | Brooklyn , NY |
| Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine | Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: ANDIZHAN STATE MEDICAL INSTITUTE |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Robert Forest
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Robert Forest has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Robert Forest has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
35 Years Experience
Dr. Richard Robert Forest holds an active medical license in the state of New York.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Baystate Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Tufts University School Of Medicine in 1991.
NPI Number
Dr. Forest's NPI number is 1952344145.
Similar doctors
Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Dr. Richard Forest speak?
- Dr. Richard Forest speaks English.
- Where is Dr. Richard Forest's office located?
- Dr. Richard Forest's office is located at 101 Dates Dr, Ithaca, NY, 14850.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Forest affiliated with?
- Dr. Richard Forest is affiliated with Charlotte Hungerford Hospital.
- Does Dr. Richard Forest accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Richard Forest has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Richard Forest accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Forest accepts on their Vitals profile.
Ensuring Data Transparency and Trust: A Guide to Vitals Doctor Listings and Reviews
Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.
Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.
Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.







