Dr. Arnold N. Forlemu

Gastroenterology
Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown
710 Center St, 
Columbus, GA 
Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown
710 Center St, 
Columbus, GA 

Overview

Arnold Forlemu is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Columbus, Georgia.

His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Cancer, Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, Endoscopy, and Liver Transplant.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 22 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in GA

Hospital Affiliations

St Francis Hospital- Emory Healthcare
Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown
Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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  • HMO
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
MetroPlus Health
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown
710 Center St, Columbus, GA 31901

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Forlemu has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

22 Total Publications

Over-the-scope clips versus standard endoscopic therapy as first-line treatment for bleeding peptic ulcer disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Over-the-scope clips versus standard endoscopic therapy as first-line treatment for bleeding peptic ulcer disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Journal: Annals of translational medicine
Published: January 21, 2026
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Columbus, GA 
 (0.4 miles away)
706-641-6900
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Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Arnold N. Forlemu

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Is Dr. Arnold N. Forlemu a top-rated expert for Liver Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Arnold N. Forlemu is classified as an Experienced expert for Liver Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Arnold N. Forlemu specialize in?

While Dr. Arnold N. Forlemu is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Liver Cancer, Cirrhosis, and Hepatitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Arnold N. Forlemu participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Arnold N. Forlemu has published 22 articles and abstracts on conditions like Liver Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Arnold N. Forlemu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Arnold N. Forlemu accept my insurance?

Dr. Arnold N. Forlemu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 706-324-6365 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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