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Michael Forseth, M.D.

"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."

Specialties

Team

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Background

Undergraduate Studies
St. Olaf College — Northfield, Minnesota

Medical School
University of South Dakota School of Medicine — Vermillion, South Dakota

Residency
Loyola University Affiliated Hospitals — Maywood, Illinois

Fellowships
Hand Surgery, University of Cincinnati — Cincinnati, Ohio

Professional Memberships

  • American Society for Surgery of the Hand
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Minnesota Medical Association
  • East Metro Medical Society

Publications & Awards

  • Research in multiple medical journals, including the Journal of Hand Surgery
  • Sofield Traveling Fellowship as orthopedic resident at Loyola University in Chicago, with additional training in France and Finland

Personal Interests
Running, biking, skiing, and my children are active in hockey, soccer, baseball

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Testimonials

Survey Feedback:

Extremely concerned and helpful.

Lori's Story:

My son severed the ligament in his thumb playing baseball. Dr Forseth came highly recommended by one of our baseball coaches. Dr Forseth was our 3rd opinion and we couldn’t possibly be happier with his care, his bedside manner, and his exceptional performance as… Read More.

Survey Feedback:

Dr Forseth has been my orthopedic doctor for many years, he’s the best doctor ever. I have referred many friends to him and they are also just as pleased as I am.

Comment from patient satisfaction survey:

Dr. Mike Forseth, Angie and Ryan, Greg (OT) and Sarah (receptionist) need to be your next employees of the year.  I have only given good recommendations to my family and friends!  Great staff!

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