Dr. Thomas Forget, MD
Neurosurgery*
30+ years of experience
Dr. Thomas Forget, MD is a neurosurgeon in Saint Louis, MO and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercy Hospital St. Louis and Mercy Hospital South. He is accepting new patients.
4.5 Star Rating
Based on 79 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (79 reviews)
Practice
621 S New Ballas Rd Ste 298A Saint Louis, MO 63141Make an Appointment
Hospital Highlight
Dr. Forget is affiliated with Mercy Hospital St. Louis Saint Louis, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurosurgery.
Dr. Forget is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery
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- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
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- Explains Conditions Well
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Dr. Forget's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Forget
4.5
79 ratings, 57 with a written review
| 5 star | 86% | 86% |
| 4 star | 1% | 1% |
| 3 star | 3% | 3% |
| 2 star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 star | 10% | 10% |
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The best
What went well
- I felt respected
- 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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Jack Buck Jr – Nov 12, 2024
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One year anniversary from my back surgery today
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Patrick Sellner – Aug 24, 2022
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Cervical Spine Surgery
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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Georgia Ferretti – Jun 29, 2022
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I've known Dr.Forget since 2005 when he operated on my sister for an aneurysm and since then he has been the surgeon we chose to work on my husband twice for neck and lower spine damage. Complete trust in his expertise and advice. The staff is very professional as well.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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 others found this helpful
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Aug 21, 2020
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Dr. Forget was very straight forward, listens well and answered questions about your concerns, and I believe him to be very knowledge in his field. He did follow up call about each and all tests I had. Made recommendations for next visit as appropriate.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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
6 others found this helpful
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Apr 09, 2020
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Very helpful and explained the need for surgery to take care of my pain. He is caring and has a special way of helping me understand what needs to be done. My husband and I are so grateful that he was recommended for our need.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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
4 others found this helpful
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Iva Jane Baggett- (I prefer Jane) – Apr 04, 2020
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We were very pleased with Dr. Forget, the staff and the hospital. The surgery went exactly as it was supposed to. I couldn’t have had a better Dr.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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 others found this helpful
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David Mosier – Apr 01, 2020
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Takes his time and explains problems and treatment options clearly.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 27, 2020
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Best Neurologist in the State of Missouri. Outstanding staff and best care. I would not trust my neurological care to any other.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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 others found this helpful
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Theodore Harris – Feb 27, 2020
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Dr. Forget spent a reasonable amount of time with me. He showed appropriate concern for my condition and came up with a reasonable plan for dealing with my health issue. He was friendly and easy to talk to.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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
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Robert Merenda – Feb 26, 2020
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It was good he recommended meet to another doctor, I am hoping this will take care of my problem
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
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Feb 26, 2020
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On time with appointment. Dr. Forget is personable, friendly and clearly explains his basis for recommendations on treatment. He even reviewed films with me and explained diagnosis and treatment recommendation. Quite satisfied and am glad I visited with him, as he came highly recommended.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Matty B. – Feb 26, 2020
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Did not have to wait and received a good explanation of the problem with my lower back.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Florissant, MO – Feb 20, 2020
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X-rays shoeed what thr problem is. Dr showed us and it wad a great help.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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
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Feb 19, 2020
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Low back pain, L5 nerve root block was recommended. Excellent result.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 16, 2020
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I can't thank Dr. Forget enough! He gave me my life back as much as was possible.
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
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Barbara Walts – Feb 15, 2020
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It was a followup to surgury to remove a tumor on my spine in 2016. All is well.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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JoAnn Digman – Feb 06, 2020
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Had a difficult surgery which Dr Forget explained in detail. He and his staff were wonderful and I look forward to a good recovery and a improved lifestyle. Top Doc in my openion.
What went well
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Staff wasn't friendly
2 others found this helpful
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Oscar Matlock – Feb 05, 2020
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Everyone was very friendly and professional.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 25, 2020
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They have a very professional, kind, and courteous staff. Dr. Forget does great work. I have already had one surgery and it went well. I am back again for possibly another one "different issues".
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
1 other person found this helpful
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John – Jan 23, 2020
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How was your experience with Dr. Forget?Overall Patient Satisfaction
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Forget to family and friends is 4.531646 out of 5
About Me
biography
Dr. Thomas Forget, MD is a neurosurgeon in Saint Louis, MO and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercy Hospital St. Louis and Mercy Hospital South. He is accepting new patients.Neurosurgery
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Thomas Jefferson University
Fellowship Hospital, 2000Stl University Health Scis Center
Internship Hospital, 1995Georgetown University School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Locations
Practice
James T Merenda M.D. L.L.C.621 S New Ballas Rd Ste 298A Saint Louis, MO 63141
Mercy Clinic Spine and Pain Management at the Mercy Center for Performance Medicine701 S New Ballas Rd Ste 320 Saint Louis, MO 63141
Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 21
hospital awardsView all awardsCranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ (2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
82%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% lower than the national average
76%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well1% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 1
hospital awardView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
84%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home75%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% lower than the national average
- Recipient of 3
hospital awardsView all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
82%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% lower than the national average
73%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well3% lower than the national average
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