What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Dr. Forrester,
Thank you for being a compassionate doctor and explaining everything to me I needed to know. I look forward to working with you as my doctor for a long time. Thank you again
Maria”
Maria V.March 8, 2024Video visit
“Dr. Forrester - Listen to me, was very understand about my concerns. Explained everything. Was so nice and compasionate”
AGMore than 1 year ago
About Dr. Glenn Forrester
Dr. Forrester is a Fellow of both the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons and is a member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons and the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons.
Dr. Glenn Forrester is a graduate of Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, with a bachelor’s degree in biology and earned his medical degree from St. George’s University in Grenada. He completed a six-year surgical residency at the combined program of Our Lady of Mercy and Lincoln Medical Centers in the Bronx. His fourth year of residency was devoted to clinical research in bariatric surgery where he focused on weight loss outcomes in various populations. Notably, Dr. Forrester was the recipient of the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons Resident Achievement Award for his program in 2007. Following his residency, Dr. Forrester gained further clinical experience at an American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery approved fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopic Bariatric and General Surgery at St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital Center in New York City. During his fellowship, Dr. Forrester worked in the emerging field of Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery (SILS) and was part of one of the first surgical teams to perform this type of surgery through the use of flexible endoscopy. In 2014, Dr. Forrester was awarded the Overlook Medical Center Physician Excellence Award for General Surgery/Bariatrics. During his time in private practice, Dr. Forrester has served as the Clinical Director for Bariatric Surgery at Trinitas Regional Medical Center as well as RWJ Barnabas at Somerset. Dr. Forrester strongly believes in the importance of education and feels it is the key to success both before and after bariatric surgery.
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Popular visit reasons
Abdominal Pain
Gastric Bypass Follow Up
Lap-Band / Gastric Banding Follow Up
Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation
Ozempic / Wegovy (Semaglutide) Consultation
Pre-Surgery Checkup / Pre-Surgical Clearance
Surgery Consultation
Weight Loss Consultation
Abdominal Pain
Gastric Bypass Follow Up
Lap-Band / Gastric Banding Follow Up
Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation
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Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- Chilton Medical Center
- Saint Mary's Hospital
- Overlook Medical Center
Board certifications
- American Board of Surgery
Education and training
- Medical School - St. George's University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
- Our Lady of Mercy Medical Center, Residency in Bariatric Surgery
- Saint Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, Fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery
- Saint Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, Fellowship in General Surgery
- Brown University (Bachelor's)
- NYC Health + Hospitals, Lincoln Medical Center, Residency in Bariatric Surgery
Professional memberships
- Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons
- Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
- American College of Surgeons
- American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
Awards and publications
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor
- Laparoscopic single-site surgery for placement of an adjustable gastric band: initial experience. Teixeira, J., McGill, K., Binenbaum, S., Forrester, G.
- Single-Incision Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Using a Flexible Endoscope Steven Binenbaum, Julio Teixeira, Glenn Forrester, E. John Harvey, John Afthinos, Grace J. Kim, Ninan Koshy, James McGinty, Scott Belsley, George J. Todd
- Single-incision laparoscopic cholecystectomy using flexible endoscopy: saline infiltration gallbladder fossa dissection technique John Afthinos, Glenn J. Forrester, Steven Binenbaum, E. John Harvey, Grace J. Kim, Julio Teixeira
- Intestinal malrotation in a patient undergoing laparoscopic gastric bypass. Karen E. Gibbs, Glenn Forrester, Pratibha Vemulapalli, Julio Teixeira
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1043475643
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Dr. Forrester - Listen to me, was very understand about my concerns. Explained everything. Was so nice and compasionate
More than 1 year agoAG
Dr. Forrester left me feeling Confident with all of my questions answered. Going through with the Surgery.
More than 1 year agoVM
Dr. Forrester is by far the best surgeon out there. Dont regret a minute of this process.
More than 1 year agoRF
Dr. Forrester saved my life. I have lost 115 lbs and now have an active healthe life.
More than 1 year agoKS
Dr. Forrester,
Thank you for being a compassionate doctor and explaining everything to me I needed to know. I look forward to working with you as my doctor for a long time. Thank you again
Maria
March 8, 2024Maria V.Verified patientVideo visit
Great people, and people were excellent.
December 29, 2023Rodshe J.Verified patient
really good
October 6, 2023Cyro M D.Verified patient
I can't believe I'm writing this review if you are reading this - trust me, this place is special. Dr. Forrester and his team are top notch
More than 1 year agoML
Yesterday was my appointment for a Consultation, before deciding on a practice I did A lot of research and Settled here based Soley on positive reviews, and I am ecstatic that I did. Dr. Forrester and NYBG are amazing.
More than 1 year agoEW
From the first moment I visited the office. I was delighted with all the staff especially Dr. Forrester. Very professional and they explain details by details, motivation and solution.
More than 1 year agoJR
I was referred by a friend, when I actually started making appointments with providers for medical clearance to have surgery, so when my appointment with NYBG came I was that much closer. The office staff was so professional, courteous, kind patient, very helpful. This office staff really showed me that every provider was represented to the fullest, that I was very relaxed, comfortable and knew I made the right decision to have NYBG to assist me while I walk this journey. I am not alone. That's what you call family.
More than 1 year agoCW
Only good things to say about Dr. Forrester and the staff at NYBG! The staff makes you feel very comfortable when you could be uncomfortable about your personal situation. I'm still at the beginning stages of the process but all have been going smoothly so far.
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Which hospital is Dr. Glenn Forrester affiliated with?
Dr. Glenn Forrester is affiliated with Chilton Medical Center, Saint Mary's Hospital, and Overlook Medical Center.
What practice does Dr. Glenn Forrester work with?
Dr. Glenn Forrester works with New York Bariatric Group.
Where is Dr. Glenn Forrester's office located?
Dr. Glenn Forrester has 5 office locations, including in Staten Island, Springfield, and Somerset, view full addresses on Dr. Forrester's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Glenn Forrester have?
Dr. Glenn Forrester is certified by American Board of Surgery.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Glenn Forrester?
Dr. Glenn Forrester frequently sees patients for Abdominal Pain, Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation, Pre-Surgery Checkup / Pre-Surgical Clearance, Surgery Consultation, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Glenn Forrester on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Glenn Forrester speak?
Dr. Glenn Forrester speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Glenn Forrester in reviews?
31 patients have reviewed Dr. Glenn Forrester. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.