Dr. Christopher L. Forthman, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a certificate of added qualifications in hand surgery. Dr. Forthman earned his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX. He completed his general surgery internship at Massachusetts General Hospital and his orthopedic surgery residency at Harvard, where he served as a chief resident with an emphasis on complex shoulder, hand, and elbow surgery.
Dr. Christopher L. Forthman, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a certificate of added qualifications in hand surgery. Dr. Forthman earned his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX. He completed his general surgery internship at Massachusetts General Hospital and his orthopedic surgery residency at Harvard, where he served as a chief resident with an emphasis on complex shoulder, hand, and elbow surgery.
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Always friendly, patient and excellent about details.
Aug-2025
Knowledgeable about my condition. Described what my hand needs and how he would be able to accommodate my situation and what recouping to expect.
Aug-2025
If I was able to produce a link for 10 stars I would. Dr. Forthman, has a winning smile that puts the patient to ease. He is 100% clear in describing his diagnosis and offers reasonable and accurate treatment plans regarding surgical repairs. He answers questions promptly during the post op time. I highly recommend this amazing surgeon.
Aug-2025
Dr Forthman, is very professional and exudes total confidence in me
Aug-2025
Terrific carefrom the entire team.
Aug-2025
I was very anxious. Dr. Forthman explained my issue and what options to be taken. I left feeling at ease and confident.
Aug-2025
Made you feel comfortable and interested in his patient
Aug-2025
Very thorough doctor.
Jul-2025
Very thorough. Answered all my questions. Very personable.
Jul-2025
Great doctor and takes his time to talk, not in and out.
Jul-2025
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Dr. Christopher L. Forthman, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a certificate of added qualifications in hand surgery. Dr. Forthman earned his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX. He completed his general surgery internship at Massachusetts General Hospital and his orthopedic surgery residency at Harvard, where he served as a chief resident with an emphasis on complex shoulder, hand, and elbow surgery.
Dr. Forthman performed a hand and upper extremity fellowship at the Raymond M. Curtis National Hand Center at Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. He has received numerous professional awards and honors, including:
The Leonard Marmor Award for Highest In-Training Scores in the Harvard Orthopedic Program Outstanding Research in Orthopaedic Surgery by the International Board of Shoulder Surgery, Washington, DC Baylor Outstanding Achievement in Orthopaedic Research Michael E. DeBakey Scholar Award Dr. Forthman serves on clinical operations, emergency services, and research committees at Curtis National Hand Center. He hosts a weekly indications conference with orthopedic and plastic surgeons to review the management of complex upper extremity disorders.
Dr. Forthman has authored various book chapters and his many research studies are published in prestigious peer-reviewed medical journals. He presents locally and nationally on problems of the shoulder, hand and elbow.
Dr. Forthman is distinguished as a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and as an active member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. He is also a member of the Maryland Orthopaedic Association.
Always friendly, patient and excellent about details.
Knowledgeable about my condition. Described what my hand needs and how he would be able to accommodate my situation and what recouping to expect.
If I was able to produce a link for 10 stars I would. Dr. Forthman, has a winning smile that puts the patient to ease. He is 100% clear in describing his diagnosis and offers reasonable and accurate treatment plans regarding surgical repairs. He answers questions promptly during the post op time. I highly recommend this amazing surgeon.
Dr Forthman, is very professional and exudes total confidence in me
Terrific carefrom the entire team.
I was very anxious. Dr. Forthman explained my issue and what options to be taken. I left feeling at ease and confident.
Made you feel comfortable and interested in his patient
Very thorough doctor.
Very thorough. Answered all my questions. Very personable.
Great doctor and takes his time to talk, not in and out.