Overview

A Community of Caring

Dr. Forero provides care for patients requiring dialysis. He has special interest in hypertension and glomerular disease and has over 20 years experience in vascular access for dialysis patients.

Specialities

  • Nephrology

    A nephrologist is a medical professional who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders that affect the kidneys. Nephrologists are often referred to as kidney specialists. Some nephrologists also do research that helps them learn more about kidney diseases, so they can produce better treatments for their patients.

  • Credentials

    MD

    Gender

    Male

    Professional School

    Universidad Militar Nueva Granada, Bogota, Colombia

    Affiliated Hospitals





    Affiliated Practices

    Monday:

    6:00AM - 6:00PM

    Tuesday:

    7:00AM - 5:00PM

    Wednesday:

    6:00AM - 6:00PM

    Thursday:

    7:00AM - 5:00PM

    Friday:

    6:00AM - 5:00PM

    Saturday:

    Closed

    Sunday:

    Closed

    Awards

    Outpatient ratings

    of Nicolas A. Forero, MD

    Overall Satisfaction

    (4.8/5)

    Reception and Nursing Staff

    (5.0/5)

    Explanation of Diagnosis

    (4.7/5)

    Ease of Scheduling

    (5.0/5)

    Trust in Provider

    (4.8/5)

    Appointment Wait Time

    (5.0/5)

    Inpatient Ratings

    Overall Satisfaction

    (4.8/5)

    Procedural Skills

    (4.8/5)

    Explanation of Diagnosis

    (4.7/5)

    Trust in Provider

    (4.8/5)

    Patient reviews of Nicolas A. Forero, MD

    bha666
    Reviewer
    09-17-2019

    Services Used: Outpatient

    Dr. Forero is a very intelligent physician and would highly recommend him for any problems with your kidneys

    • Date Visited 09-2019
    • Overall Satisfaction
    • Explanation of diagnosis and Treatment Plan
    • Trust in Provider

    Recommended: Yes

    lau166
    Reviewer
    05-04-2018

    Services Used: Outpatient

    He helped my family to determine the best treatment for my father.

    • Date Visited 01-2018
    • Overall Satisfaction
    • Explanation of diagnosis and Treatment Plan
    • Trust in Provider

    Recommended: Yes

    stf233
    Reviewer
    04-22-2018

    Services Used: Inpatient

    My Grandmother was in the hospital under the care of Dr. Forero and we could not have been more pleased with the compassion and well being of the patient. When this is your family you appreciate his kindness.

    • Date Visited 02-2018
    • Overall Satisfaction
    • Explanation of diagnosis and Treatment Plan
    • Trust in Provider
    • Procedural Skills

    Recommended: Yes

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    bha666
    Reviewer
    04-19-2018

    Services Used: Inpatient

    Dr Forero treated my mother while an inpatient but then followed up with her at his office. He was very up front with her and has saved her life . He and his nursing staff are very caring and explaining at her level!

    • Date Visited 02-2018
    • Overall Satisfaction
    • Explanation of diagnosis and Treatment Plan
    • Trust in Provider
    • Procedural Skills

    Recommended: Yes

    FAQs about Nicolas A. Forero, Md

    Nicolas A. Forero, MD generally accepts new patients.

    Nicolas A. Forero, MD has not indicated on the profile that their office offers tele-health visits. You can call their office to find out more about telehealth visits.

    Nicolas A. Forero, MD has not indicated on the profile that their office offers same day appointments. You can call their office to find out more about same day appointments.

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    The top specialties of Nicolas A. Forero, MD include Nephrology

    You can make payment via cash, credit card or debit card.

    The office is located at 350 West Carpenter Street in Springfield, IL.

    Nicolas A. Forero, MD accepts various types of health insurance, but individual coverage may be variable. You should check with your health insurance whether the particular doctor is in network or not.

    Nicolas A. Forero, MD has 4 reviews and overall rating is 4.8. You can read all reviews of Nicolas A. Forero, MD here on their profile.

    Chronic Kidney Disease, Glomerular Disease, Dialysis, Low sodium (hyponatremia), End Stage Kidney Disease, Kidney Cancer, Low Potassium (hypokalemia), Nephritis, Nephrotic syndrome, Edema Swelling

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