Doctors Who Do More
We employ doctors from top universities like Harvard, Stanford and NYU. Supported by advanced technology, our doctors can connect with members through in-person & virtual visits and 24/7 remote care.
Meet Your Doctor
- Education
- College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, Western University of Health Sciences
- Education
- Christiana Care Health System/Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
- Biography
- Poonam received her medical degree from the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific at Western University of Health Sciences. She completed her internal medicine residency training at Christiana Care Health System. Prior to joining Forward, she was a practicing internist and core faculty member at Christiana Care Health System and Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic States.She is passionate about preventive medicine, climate change, and plant-based medicine.
- Why I practice at Forward
- I practice at Forward because it provides personalized primary care that empowers patients.
- Education
- Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Education
- Internal Medicine at University of Massachusetts
- Biography
- Previously, Adam was an Assistant Professor of Medicine at George Washington University School of Medicine practicing primary care and involved in teaching in the medical school and in the internal medicine training program.Adam is interested in prevention of chronic diseases through proactive health and wellness and building strong longitudinal relationships with members.
- Why I practice at Forward
- Forward's focus on the individual and implementing technology to help care for members and communities alike aligns with my desire to practice in an environment that is progressive, affords me time with members and places foundational emphasis on their personal experience.
Advised by top healthcare leaders
We’ve sought out the brightest in the medical community for our Medical Advisory Board—to ensure we’re building a quality, valuable and state-of-the-art healthcare service for our members
University of California, San Francisco
University of California, San Francisco
Stanford Medicine
Stanford Medicine
Guardant Health
Guardant Health
Forward
Forward
California Pacific Medical Center
California Pacific Medical Center
Wait Less, See Your Doctor More
Time Waiting
No more clipboards, year-old magazines, sad aquariums, receptionists, or sitting in your underwear on a long piece of paper. You have better things to do.
Traditional doctors can have you waiting 15 minutes before your visit. At Forward wait times are only 1-2 minutes.
Quality Time With Your Doctor
No more “Your four minutes are up! Hope you enjoyed your visit.” Deeply understand your health by spending quality time with your doctor. Leave with your questions answered and peace of mind.
Forward gives you three times the amount of time with your doctor compared to traditional doctors.
Work Together
We believe in shared decision making: your values and preferences matter. Our doctors are here to guide you, not lecture you. We help you weigh the pros and cons of any decision and always support your choices.
Collaborate and Create Plans
At the end of your baseline you will have a personalized plan based around the goals you discuss with your doctor. This may include nutrition guidance, follow-up labs, suggested exercises, etc.
The first time I met my doctor, I just felt like we had an immediate connection. She made it very personal: it was about the relationship and it was so easy to talk to her. That was great!
What is a Care Team?
Whether it's getting you an answer in minutes at 3 A.M. or chasing down records and results on your behalf, your Care Team has your back. Care coordinators, nurse practitioners, and other MDs or DOs support your primary Forward doctor in making sure that you're always taken care of.
Nurse Practitioners
Our N.P. team supports your doctor by responding to questions and concerns sent via the Forward app. Yes, you can send them emoji.
Licensed Doctors
Forward's doctors are all MDs or DOs licensed in internal medicine or family medicine from top medical schools and hospital systems. All Forward physicians are licensed in states where they render services.
Medical Assistants
MAs ensure you always have a pleasant experience on site. They may handle routine tasks such as blood testing and vaccinations.
All clinical services are provided by GoForward-affiliated professional corporations.