Les B. Forgosh
Expertise in
19
conditions

Dr. Les B. Forgosh

Cardiology
M Health Fairview Heart Clinic Maplewood
1600 Saint Johns Boulevard, Suite 200, 
Maplewood, MN 
Accepting New Patients
Referral may be required
Before you request
Expertise in
19
conditions
M Health Fairview Heart Clinic Maplewood
1600 Saint Johns Boulevard, Suite 200, 
Maplewood, MN 

Overview

Les Forgosh is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Maplewood, Minnesota.

Dr. Forgosh is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Angina.

Dr. Forgosh is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease: American Board Of Internal Medicine, 1993 and Internal Medicine: American Board Of Internal Medicine, 1989. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Forgosh is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Cardiology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in MN

Board Certifications

Cardiovascular Disease: American Board Of Internal Medicine, 1993
Internal Medicine: American Board Of Internal Medicine, 1989

Fellowships

University of Florida at Jacksonville - Hospital, Cardiovascular Disease - 1992

Hospital Affiliations

M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital
Fairview Lakes Health Services
M Health Fairview University Of Mn Medical Center
Winona Health Services
M Health Fairview St John's Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Alignment Health Plan
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Group Health Cooperative
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
HealthPartners
  • POS
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medica
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
PreferredOne
  • HMO
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Sanford Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
Security Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
South Country Health Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

M Health Fairview Heart Clinic Maplewood
1600 Saint Johns Boulevard, Suite 200, Maplewood, MN 55109
Other Locations
M Health Fairview Heart Care Woodbury
1875 Woodwinds Drive, Suite 110 Woodwinds Birch Center, Woodbury, MN 55125

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.

2 Clinical Trials

The Effect of Tirzepatide Versus Dulaglutide on Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes (SURPASS-CVOT)
The Effect of Tirzepatide Versus Dulaglutide on Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes (SURPASS-CVOT)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: July 08, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Tirzepatide, Dulaglutide
Study Phase: Phase 3
Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Two-Part, Adaptive Design Study of Safety, Tolerability, Preliminary Pharmacokinetics, and Pharmacodynamics of Single and Multiple Ascending Oral Doses of MYK-491 in Patients With Stable Heart Failure With Reduced Ejection Fraction
Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Two-Part, Adaptive Design Study of Safety, Tolerability, Preliminary Pharmacokinetics, and Pharmacodynamics of Single and Multiple Ascending Oral Doses of MYK-491 in Patients With Stable Heart Failure With Reduced Ejection Fraction
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: February 02, 2023
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 1/Phase 2
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1 Total Publications

Lower vs upper extremity injection of agitated saline for identification of patent foramen ovale (LOCATE).
Lower vs upper extremity injection of agitated saline for identification of patent foramen ovale (LOCATE).
Journal: Journal of echocardiography
Published: December 23, 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Les B. Forgosh

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Is Dr. Les B. Forgosh a top-rated expert for Coronary Heart Disease?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Les B. Forgosh is classified as an Distinguished expert for Coronary Heart Disease, 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. Les B. Forgosh specialize in?

While Dr. Les B. Forgosh is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Coronary Heart Disease, Cardiomyopathy, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.

Does Dr. Les B. Forgosh participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Les B. Forgosh has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Coronary Heart Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Les B. Forgosh's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Les B. Forgosh accept my insurance?

Dr. Les B. Forgosh accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 651-326-4327 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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