Dr. Richard W. Forster MD
Orthopedics
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Specialty
Orthopedics
Subspecialties
General Orthopedic Surgery
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Makes time for patients
Spends appropriate amount of time with patient and provides thorough examinations.
Provides clear explanation
Provides clear information and answers questions in a way patients understand.
Patient Experience
Excellent
(5/5)
127 Reviews Total|28 Reviews Within Last 12 Months
Thoroughness of Examination
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Excellent
(5/5)
Ability to Answer Questions
Previous patients' assessment of this physician's ability to answer all of their questions
Excellent
(5/5)
Clarity of Instructions
Previous patients' satisfaction in the clarity of this physician's instructions for taking care of their health condition
Very Positive
(4/5)
Provider's follow-up
Previous patients' satisfaction of the followup care they received from this physician and responsiveness to their concerns
Very Positive
(4/5)
Amount of Time with Patient
Previous patients' satisfaction with the time this physician spent with them during appointments
Very Positive
(4/5)
Provider's Attitude
Previous patients' assessment of this physician's friendliness and caring attitude
Positive
(3/5)
Perceived Outcomes
Previous patients' satisfaction with the physician's treatment of a condition or outcome of a procedure
Very Positive
(4/5)
Patient Loyalty
Previous patients' trust in this physician, likelihood to see this physician again, or willingness to recommend this physician to another patient
Positive
(3/5)
General Feedback
Previous patients' general assessment of this physician
Very Positive
(4/5)
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Areas of Expertise for Dr. Forster
This doctor provides the following types of care. The more often a doctor has treated a particular condition or has performed a particular surgery, the more expertise they may have in treating patients with similar needs. Based on three years (2020-2022) of Medicare data, each scale below indicates the volume of episodes compared to other doctors who treat the same condition. Click here to learn more about our methodology.
Knee replacementKnee replacement surgery involves replacing a damaged knee joint with an artificial joint.
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Most
Hip replacementHip replacement surgery is performed to replace a damaged hip joint with an artificial joint.
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Most
Fracture/dislocation treatment pelvis/hip/femurTreatment for fractures or dislocations of the pelvis, hip, or femur may involve surgery and rehabilitation.
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Most
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Location & Contact Information
Doctor Address
3205 Woodman Dr, Dayton, OH, 45420
(937) 531-6703Affiliated Hospitals
Kettering Health Main Campus
Where does Dr. Forster practice?
Doctor’s Office
Orthopaedic Institute Of Dayton Inc
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Physician Assistant
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Rachel Burke
Family Nurse Practitioner
Ericka Davis
Physician Assistant
Sheela Patel
Orthopedics (Physician Assistant)
Ashley Graham
Orthopedics (Physician Assistant)
Hospital Affiliations
Kettering Health Main CampusKettering, OH
High Performing in Hip Replacement and Knee Replacement
Education & Experience
Medical School & Residency
McGill University Faculty of Medicine
Medical School
PRINCESS ELIZABETH ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL
Fellowship, EXETER, ENGLAND, 1987-1988
Certifications & Licensure
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery
OH State Medical License
Active through 2025
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