About Me
I practice in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, specializing in voice and swallowing disorders. Both of these health conditions also have significant social implications, and it’s very satisfying to be able to restore these abilities to a patient.
Regardless of the reason for a visit, I believe in treating the entire patient. Our multidisciplinary teams work together with the patient as our central focus, developing targeted and tailored treatment plans for each individual. This approach enables us to provide more targeted treatments, fewer side effects and better outcomes.
Ohio State provides access to the highest quality of equipment and the ability to work with world-renowned clinicians and researchers. I appreciate being part of this top-notch team. Serving as Ohio State's medical director of ambulatory services also allows me to contribute to The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center outside of my areas of specialty.
When I'm not on the job, I enjoy traveling, reading and attending Ohio State football games.
Highlights
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2014-2019
- Elected Triological Society fellow
- Medical Director, Ohio State Ambulatory Services
- Director, Ohio State Voice and Swallowing Disorders Clinic
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
- Best Doctor in America, 2017
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Oropharyngeal Cancers
- Mouth Cancers
- Lip Cancers
- Voice Disorders
- Swallowing Disorders
- Vocal Cord Paralysis
- Thyroid Diseases
- Nose Diseases
- Airway Obstruction
- Cough
- Shortness of Breath
- Nosebleed
- Facial Paralysis
- Graves Disease
- Hoarseness
- Jaw Abnormalities
- Laryngeal Cancers
- Nasal Obstruction
- Nose Cancers
- Otolaryngology
- Parathyroid Diseases
- Pharyngeal Diseases
- Pharyngeal Cancers
- Pharyngitis
- Salivary Gland Diseases
- Sinusitis
- Tongue Diseases
- Tonsillitis
- Tracheal Diseases
- Tracheal Tumors
- Tracheal Stenosis
Locations Where I Practice
400 Altair Pkwy
Suite 4200
Westerville, OH 43082
614-366-3687
915 Olentangy River Road
Columbus, OH 43212
614-293-9431
in Eye and Ear Institute
915 Olentangy River Road
4th Floor Suite 4000
Columbus, OH 43212
614-366-3687
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
9/1/1984 - 6/30/1988
Internship
Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, OH
7/1/1988 - 6/30/1989
Residency
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/1989 - 6/1/1993
Fellowship
Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN
7/1/1993 - 12/1/1993
Fellowship
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
1/1/1994 - 12/31/1994
Board Certification
American Board of Otolaryngology
5/3/1994
Academic Information
My Department
Otolaryngology
My Division
Otolaryngology
Reviews
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
183 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.9 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.9 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.9 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.9 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.9 out of 5
Consulting and Related Relationships
At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 09/30/2024, Dr. Forrest has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Dr Forrest was very pleasant, concerned about my reason for coming to him. He made a plan for my upcoming anesthesia administration for an upcoming surgery that I feel will help with extubation procedure and my breathing.
Exceptionally caring about my condition and overall health. Best doctor in my opinion at Wexner Medical Center
Excellent
Dr.Forrest is an amazing doctor, I couldn't have asked for a better one. He has been my doctor for 20 years now. He has always has done what is best for me.
Reassuring
Dr Forest is the best doctor I have ever been under the care of. He correctly diagnosed my core health issue that 15 months of visiting a number of other specialists. Dr Forest diagnosed the issue within minutes. He has followed up after solving the immediate issue to put me well on the way to improving my overall health. He could easily have only concerned himself with the health issue within his specialty but instead has made sure I'm seeing the right people and getting the care to help me with my overall health. He is a world class doctor and person and I appreciate the good fortune of being cared for by him. You couldn't have a better representative of OSU.
All good
I have been seeing Dr. Forrest for over 24 years for Botox injections for spasmodic dystonia. He is not only an excellent doctor, I consider him a friend. He cares about his patients, makes them feel comfortable, and takes a genuine interest in their total well-being. There are very few doctors with the character and integrity of Dr. Forrest.
Best of the best!
Excellent
Dr forrest always does a complete exam and checks on my well being
Good listener
Dr. Forrest is an exceptional doctor and Ohio State should be very pleased that he is a member of their team. I've been treated by him for 30 years and he's kept me in great shape.
Dr Forrest is a good listener. He lets you ask ask all questions and does not make you feel rushed
The best of the best! Thoroughly discussed my concerns with empathy and professionalism
He has always been thorough, professional, and communicative, as well as being an excellent doctor.
Excellent physician. Enjoyable to talk to. Extremely knowledgeable.
Knowledgeable, professional, kind, efficient. Always shares professional opinion about caring for my continued health.
He was very good explaining the condition l have and the process we would take to correct It
Dr Forrest is an excellent doctor who always shows concern for my sinus issues.
He's the best. A fabulous clinician too.
Well pleased with Dr. Forrest! He's the BEST!
Dr Forrest is clearly an expert in his field and was able to quickly diagnose and solve a chronic problem for me in a single, quick visit.
Addressed my issue right away.
Good
Through, wanted more information from other providers
I have a yet to be identified, but very miserable situation happening. My PCP retired and Dr Forrest is going out of his way to help find the root cause (or find the right sore is list to help us) in pursuit of relief for me. I am extremely grateful to Dr Forrest and would feel truly hopeless without him at this time. He is a great doctor and a kind and compassionate professional.
Excellent care, extraordinary knowledge about specialty.
Excellent attitude towards my wellness and health.
Dr. Forrest is an amazing doctor. He is patient, caring, and always respectful of my concerns and condition. He is extremely intelligent and is able to explain things in a way that is understandable to me about my condition and what is causing my current symptoms. He Is very easy to talk to and always has time to listen. He also very compassionate. I have referred friends and coworkers to him.
I have been a patient of Dr. Forrest since 1999 and I feel incredibly blessed to have him as my doctor. He has always listened to my concerns and addressed them during mu appointment. He has gone above and beyond when my mom had lost her voice - the poor man had to deal with both of us at the same time - but he took care of her, and she was back to normal in a short time. He also helped me with finding a provider at OSU when they discovered my mom had a brain tumor. We have a wonderful team of providers for her after her surgery, and they were extremely supportive as my mother's condition started to decline as the Lewy Body Dementia took over and we did what we could but could not stop what was to come. We also saw Dr. Scharre and he was so good and so knd. Without the guidance from Dr, Forrest we wouldn't have known which doctor to choose, but we did know we wanted my mom to be treated at OSU. I was recently diagnosed with hepatitis B and Type 2 diabetes and Dr. Forrest looked over my labwork and took the time to explain it to me - something my primary care doctor just didn't do. He's kind, he's patient and he's just a good person. He did have another doctor with him for this visit and she was very good.
Dr. Forrest is the best physician I have ever had. He's very competent, compassionate, patient and never makes me feel he's rushed to see the next patient.
He was very confident and complete.
10
Very professional and informative
Good
Dr Forest is a good listener and respects your questions.
Dr. Forrest is always wonderful.
Dr Forrest is such a terrific help to me. He's compassionate and has solved my medical issues with his usual excellence. Where no one else seemed to be able to help, he solved my problems. I will be forever grateful to him. Great person and an excellent physician.
Dr. Forrest is amazing. He is very empathetic and caring about his patients. He embodies the OSU way. I would recommend anyone who needs an ENT to see him.
Excellent. Very knowledgeable and explained everything very well
They don't come better than Dr Forrest - my PCP is retiring and I so wish Dr Forrest could take on that roll. I would completely trust him with all of my healthcare. He is smart, communicates well, listens, and he is compassionate. He's great!
First time got it right and I felt a big relief too
Dr Forrest is always helpful and caring. He explains everything and always gives recommendations that work for health conditions
Dr.Forest is the best.
Always on time, focused, caring
DR forrest get an a plus
Dr, Forrest is one of the best doctors I've had. He is always friendly, asks questions on how I'm doing, and how my voice has been since my last visit. He has referred me to other physicians when I needed other care and they have provided exceptional care. Dr.Forrest is caring and compassionate and just a good person who genuinely cares about his patients.
Good
Dr. Forrest is the best dr., we appreciate all he does.
Dr. Forrest is one of the best doctors that I have ever seen. What he was able to do for me was nothing short of a miracle. I am extremely thankful for such a skilled surgeon. His expertise as a professional is equal to the compassion that he has shown me though this entire ordeal.
My care provider was wonderful, and very helpful. Always treats me with respect, and always concerned about my health.
Excellent- plus
He is the best!
Dr. Forrest calmly explained my non-invasive options & gave me hope of no surgical intervention this time. I also appreciate how he has me introducing a new medication gradually, explained side effects & checked to be sure what was actually covered by my insurance before prescribing it. I do not take that for granted.
Great as always, Dr. Forrest is the best.
Dr. Forrest is always very good a answering our medical questions an is willing to give us (my wife & I) his opinion!!
Gave me 2 samples of nasal spray which are greatly helping my nasal condition.
Excellent plus.
Dr. Forrest went over my allergy testing results with me. I definitely appreciated this.
Professional, considerate, knowledgeable, kind.
Dr. Forrest is the best, bar none. He always shows an incredible amount of interest and concern and I receive the absolute best care and treatment from him.
Good
Awesome !!! As usual the best !!!
Dr. Forrest was very attentive to my needs and was sympathetic to the impact that having this issue with my voice has created. I very much appreciate this.
Dr. Forrest is one of the best doctors I have seen. He is personable shows concern/care is thoughtful and provides complete explanation of observations and test results, provides counseling and advice on treatments.
Great work by all.
Dr. Forrest is the best! Very professional, friendly and genuinely cares about my health. I feel fortunate to be able to see him.
Visited Dr. Forrest for swallowing issue, but he took extra time to check ears and clean out wax in one ear.
Very thoughtful and thorough
Dr Forrest was very receptive to attending my vocal cords
I never experienced any problems when I see Dr. Forrest
Dr. Forrest is the best.
Dr Forrest explained that I needed to use the nasal spray for 10 days to help in getting rid of the small polyps.