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Dr. David Forsythe, MD

Dr. David Forsythe, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. David Forsythe, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Abingdon, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Carolina At Columbia in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities Johnston Memorial Hospital and SMYTH County Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

16000 Johnston Memorial Dr Ste 100 Abingdon, VA 24211

Make an Appointment

(276) 258-1760

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Forsythe is affiliated with Johnston Memorial Hospital Abingdon, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Forsythe specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. • See hospitals
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Dr. Forsythe's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Forsythe

4.4

14 ratings, 7 with a written review
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1 Star
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What went well
  • 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
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Debra Icenhour – Dec 18, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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May 25, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
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Feb 09, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Anissa Walls in Marion, VA – Jul 27, 2018
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Eva Tilson in Marion, VA – Jul 21, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Connie Baker in Damascus, VA – Jun 13, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
18 people found this helpful
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David Hull in Marion, VA – Sep 03, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. David Forsythe, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Abingdon, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Carolina At Columbia in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities Johnston Memorial Hospital and SMYTH County Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Augusta University Medical College Of Georgia

    Residency Hospital, 1999

  • University Of South Carolina At Columbia

    Medical School, 1994

  • University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia

    Medical School, 1994

  • Georgetown University

    Undergraduate School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Abingdon Physician Partners16000 Johnston Memorial Dr Ste 100 Abingdon, VA 24211
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • SMYTH County Community Hospital

    245 Medical Park Dr
    Marion, VA 24354

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

    92%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Johnston Memorial Hospital

    16000 Johnston Memorial Dr
    Abingdon, VA 24211
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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