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Summary
Dr. Richard Forster is an ophthalmologist with 63 years of experience in eye care. He earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and has dedicated his career to helping patients with vision-related conditions. Dr. Forster is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Forster practices at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute locations in Palm Beach Gardens and Miami, Florida. He maintains an affiliation with Bruce W Carter Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. His practice focuses on treating various joint-related conditions including knee osteoarthritis and general joint pain. He incorporates physical therapy and strength training into patient care plans and utilizes extremity X-rays for diagnostic purposes.
Dr. Forster practices at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute locations in Palm Beach Gardens and Miami, Florida. He maintains an affiliation with Bruce W Carter Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. His practice focuses on treating various joint-related conditions including knee osteoarthritis and general joint pain. He incorporates physical therapy and strength training into patient care plans and utilizes extremity X-rays for diagnostic purposes.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 63 years of experience
- 17 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Boston University School Of Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 26 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Richard Kenneth Forster has 2 locationsBascom Palmer Eye Institute
7101 Fairway DrPalm Beach Gardens, FL 33418 Tel: (561) 515-1500
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute
900 Nw 17th StMiami, FL 33136Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm
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| 63 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience | 31 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English |
| Palm Beach Gardens , FL | Boynton Beach , FL | Lake Worth , FL | CRESTVIEW , FL |
| Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine | Med School: Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic | Med School: Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic | Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Kenneth Forster
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Kenneth Forster has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Kenneth Forster has the following 26 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
63 Years Experience
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Boston University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1963
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Forster affiliated with?
- Dr. Richard Forster is affiliated with Bruce W Carter Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
- What languages does Dr. Richard Forster speak?
- Dr. Richard Forster speaks English and Spanish.
- Does Dr. Richard Forster accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Forster accepts on their Vitals profile.
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