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Dr. Andrew Forbes, MD

Dr. Andrew Forbes, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Andrew Forbes, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Boise, ID and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with St. Luke's Boise Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

333 N 1st St Ste 280 Boise, ID 83702

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Forbes specializes in the area of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Forbes' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Forbes

4.8
4 ratings, 2 with a written review
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Had a great experience with Dr Forbes and his staff. Explained thing in a way anyone can understand. I had an emergency surgery via life flight and I owe Dr Forbes, the surgical team and his staff my life. I would highly recommend him to anyone dealing with cardo issues. Follow up after surgery were also excellent and he and his staff alway followed up when I had any concerns.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mark Reed in Nampa Id – Mar 09, 2017
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Dr. Forbes was very personable and spent a good deal of time answering all of our questions about my aortic valve replacement. He reassured us and we trusted his experience and cinfidence. Office staff and nurses were all very friendly, thorough and returned calla quickly. Definetly recommend him as a heart surgeon.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
Helpful
Kurt Vandervort in Nampa, ID – Apr 30, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Andrew Forbes, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Boise, ID and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with St. Luke's Boise Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Washington

    Residency Hospital, 1990
  • University Of Washington School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

Practice

St Luke's Cardiothoracic & Vascular Associates333 N 1st St Ste 280 Boise, ID 83702
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Practice

St. Luke's Boise Medical Center190 E Bannock St Boise, ID 83712
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Luke's Boise Medical Center

    190 E Bannock St
    Boise, ID 83712
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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