L Arick Forrest

L Arick Forrest, MD

  • Otolaryngology
  • Physician

Clinical Professor of Otolaryngology

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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

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

More About My Work

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.

178 Patient Satisfaction Reviews

  • Overall
    4.9 out of 5
  • Explains Things Carefully
    4.9 out of 5
  • Listens Carefully
    4.9 out of 5
  • Gives Understandable Instructions
    4.9 out of 5
  • Knows My Medical History
    4.9 out of 5
  • Shows Respect
    4.9 out of 5
  • Time Spent Together
    4.9 out of 5
  • Reviewed on Jul 25, 2024

    He's the best. A fabulous clinician too.

  • Reviewed on Jul 12, 2024

    Well pleased with Dr. Forrest! He's the BEST!

  • Reviewed on Jul 12, 2024

    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.

  • Reviewed on Jul 05, 2024

    Addressed my issue right away.

  • Reviewed on Jun 28, 2024

    Good

  • Reviewed on Jun 17, 2024

    Through, wanted more information from other providers

  • Reviewed on Jun 14, 2024

    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.

  • Reviewed on Jun 04, 2024

    Excellent care, extraordinary knowledge about specialty.

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 09/29/2023, Dr. Forrest has reported no relationships with companies or entities.

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