Expertise in
13
conditions

Dr. Matthew J. Forestiere

General Surgery
320 Parkview Pl, 
Lakeland, FL 
Accepting New Patients
Referral may be required
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Expertise in
13
conditions
320 Parkview Pl, 
Lakeland, FL 

Overview

Matthew Forestiere is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Lakeland, Florida.

Dr. Forestiere is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Perforation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Delirium, and Splenectomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Forestiere is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in TX

Hospital Affiliations

Lakeland Regional Medical Center

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
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Florida Blue
  • EPO
  • PPO
Health Options
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Sunshine Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
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

Lakeland Regional Health Systems Inc
320 Parkview Pl, Lakeland, FL 33805
Other Locations
Lakeland Regional Health Systems Inc
1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33805

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.

9 Total Publications

Comparison of Risk Assessment Tools' Prediction of Outcomes for Penetrating Trauma.
Comparison of Risk Assessment Tools' Prediction of Outcomes for Penetrating Trauma.
Journal: The Journal of surgical research
Published: May 24, 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Matthew J. Forestiere

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew J. Forestiere?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Matthew J. Forestiere by calling their office at 863-687-1259. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Matthew J. Forestiere a top-rated expert for Gastrointestinal Perforation?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Matthew J. Forestiere is classified as an Advanced expert for Gastrointestinal Perforation, 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. Matthew J. Forestiere specialize in?

While Dr. Matthew J. Forestiere is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gastrointestinal Perforation, Ogilvie Syndrome, and Retroperitoneal Inflammation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Matthew J. Forestiere participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Matthew J. Forestiere has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gastrointestinal Perforation. You can view a list of Dr. Matthew J. Forestiere's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Matthew J. Forestiere accept my insurance?

Dr. Matthew J. Forestiere accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 863-687-1259 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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