Overview
Michael Forseth, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in the hand, wrist, and elbow. He has a special interest in complex reconstructive surgery and microsurgery, serving patients in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. He completed his hand surgery fellowship at the University of Cincinnati, and he is a frequent recipient of the Top Doctor designation in Mpls.St.Paul Magazine. He is very involved in volunteering his surgical skills to underserved communities through One World Surgery. “Volunteering overseas, in places like Haiti, Columbia, and Honduras, continues to be a positive influence on my practice. My experiences there have broadened my perspective about what I do here—personally and professionally.”.
Dr. Forseth is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, and Tennis Elbow.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
2620 Eagan Woods Drive, Floor 1, Eagan, MN 55121
15450 Hwy 7, Suite 125, Floor 1, Minnetonka, MN 55345
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael Forseth
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Forseth?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael Forseth by calling their office at 651-968-5201. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael Forseth a top-rated expert for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael Forseth is classified as an Advanced expert for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, 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. Michael Forseth specialize in?
While Dr. Michael Forseth is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, and Ganglion Cyst. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Michael Forseth participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael Forseth has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Michael Forseth's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michael Forseth accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael Forseth accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 651-968-5201 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Forseth isAdvanced. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
- Dupuytren ContractureDr. Forseth isAdvanced. Learn about Dupuytren Contracture.
- Ganglion CystDr. Forseth isAdvanced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Forseth isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- Radial Nerve DysfunctionDr. Forseth isAdvanced. Learn about Radial Nerve Dysfunction.
- RhizarthrosisDr. Forseth isAdvanced. Learn about Rhizarthrosis.
- Experienced
- Kienbock's DiseaseDr. Forseth isExperienced. Learn about Kienbock's Disease.
- Macrodactyly of the HandDr. Forseth isExperienced. Learn about Macrodactyly of the Hand.
- Ulnar Nerve DysfunctionDr. Forseth isExperienced. Learn about Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction.