Tahoe Forest Hospital
Patients that would definitely recommend
17% higher than the national average
Awards
Healthgrades awards tell you which hospitals deliver superior quality care. Healthgrades evaluates hospital performance using objective quality measures including clinical outcomes and patient safety, as well as patient experience.
Learn more about our awards methodologyHospital Quality Awards

Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2017)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
Hospital Quality
Patient Experience
Patient experience measures tell you how patients felt about the care they received at the hospital. These measures are based on the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
Learn more about patient experiencePatients who gave a rating of 9 or 10
18% higher than the national average
Would definitely recommend
17% higher than the national average
Tahoe Forest Hospital
National Average
Communication with doctors
Percent of patients who said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
Communication with nurses
Percent of patients who said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
Communication about medicines
Percent of patients who said that staff always explained medicines before giving them to patients
Discharge Information
Percent of patients who said they were given information about recovering at home
Responsiveness of hospital staff
Percent of patients who said they always received help quickly from hospital staff
Tahoe Forest Hospital
National Average
Quietness
Percent of patients who said the area around their rooms was always kept quiet at night
Cleanliness
Percent of patients who said their room and bathroom were always kept clean
Providers
Dr. Ricki Alpert, MD
Anesthesiology

Dr. Rachel Appelblatt, DDS
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Dr. Gina Barta, MD
Family Medicine

Emily Bates, MSN
Nursing (Nurse Practitioner)

Dr. Lisanne Burkholder, MD
Internal Medicine

Dr. Jeffrey Camp, MD
Ophthalmology

Dr. Shawni Coll, DO
Family Medicine

Dr. Catherine Colpitts, DO
Family Medicine

Dr. Miles Congress, MD
Emergency Medicine

Dr. Ellen Cooper, MD
General Surgery

Dr. William Cottrell Jr, MD
Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Kyle Davis, MD
Emergency Medicine

Dr. Jeffrey Dodd, MD
Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Joseph Drew, MD
Urology

Dr. John Foley, MD
Sports Medicine

Dr. Stephen Forner, MD
Neurology

Dr. Robert Fredericks, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

Dr. Alison Ganong, MD
Sports Medicine

Dr. Richard Ganong, MD
Internal Medicine

Dr. Matthew Gustafsson, DDS
Pediatric Dentistry

Dr. Timothy Heilman, MD
Family Medicine

Dr. Edward Heneveld, MD
Emergency Medicine

Dr. Reini Jensen, MD
Family Medicine

Derrick Johnson, MDIV
Marriage & Family Therapy

Richard Johnson Jr, AUD
Audiology

Dr. Casey Jowers, MD
Emergency Medicine

Dr. Elaine Kaime, MD
Internal Medicine

Dr. Myron Kamenetsky, MD
Diagnostic Radiology

Dr. Johanna Koch, MD
Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Dr. Ahrin Koppel, MD
Hematology

Dr. Paul Krause, MD
Family Medicine

Dr. Jonathan Laine, MD
Emergency Medicine

Dr. Thaddeus Laird, MD
Diagnostic Radiology

Dr. John Lombard, MD
Cardiology

Dr. Michael MacQuarrie, MD
Internal Medicine

Dr. Daniel Martin, DDS
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Carla McClure, LAC
Acupuncture

Dr. Stacey Meredith, MD
Emergency Medicine

Dr. Eddie Mozen, MD
Emergency Medicine

Dr. Frederic Newman, MD
Gastroenterology

Dr. Terrence Orr, MD
Sports Medicine

Dr. Patrick Osgood, MD
Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Daphne Palmer, MD
Radiation Oncology

Dr. Gregg Paul, MD
Family Medicine

Dr. Jeanne Plumb, MD
Family Medicine

Dr. Robert Quigley, DO
Family Medicine

Dr. Andrew Ringnes, MD
Family Medicine

Dr. Michael Salas, MD
Sports Medicine

Dr. Scott Samelson, MD
Family Medicine

Dr. Gerald Schaffer, MD
Gastroenterology

Dr. Joshua Scholnick, MD
Cardiology

Dr. Thomas Semrad, MD
Hematology

Dr. Christopher Skaff, MD
Emergency Medicine

Dr. Emily Smith, MD
Family Medicine

Dr. Thomas Specht, MD
Anesthesiology

Dr. Heidi Standteiner, MD
Internal Medicine

Dr. Celia Sutton-Pado, MD
Family Medicine

Dr. John Swanson, MD
Emergency Medicine

Dr. Jonathan Tay, MD
Radiation Oncology

Dr. Peter Taylor, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology

Dr. Steven Thompson, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology

Dr. Gregory Tirdel, MD
Pulmonary Disease

Dr. Barry Triestman, DC
Chiropractic

Dr. Jeffrey Watson, MD
Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Dr. Jennifer Wilson, MD
Emergency Medicine

Dr. Nina Winans, MD
Sports Medicine

Dr. Abby Young, DO
Emergency Medicine

Provider Reviews
Sandra & Fred Huebner Nov 20 2019
Review for Dr. Robert Quigley, DO
Derrick listens and is very on-point about issues and he will call out concerns & provide very helpful guidance. If anyone says anything negative it’s most likely because Derrick was honest in pointing out areas to work on. People can be like that and since they can be anonymous online, they’re...
Allan Nov 17 2019
Review for Derrick Johnson, MDIV
Competent and professional surgeon with a great team!
Carla Beebe Nov 14 2019
Review for Dr. Jeffrey Dodd, MD
Entered the ER for a broken finger. Nurse took me to X-ray. This doctor came in to review my X-ray. Told the nurse to wrap it in splint. Saw this doctor for minutes. I received a bill for 2500 from hospital which I expected. However a month later I received a bill for 1500 for the doctor. ...
Oct 18 2019
Review for Dr. Eddie Mozen, MD
Emily is simply the best at injections. She has the art and skills that cannot be taught but are natural. I will never go to another medical spa again! She is hands down the best in Reno! She’s the best anywhere!
Sep 13 2019
Review for Emily Bates, MSN
He was great spent a lot of time explaining things and making sure I understood what was going on, did a lot of testing to see witch medicine to put me on. very nice and very through.
Sep 10 2019
Review for Dr. William Cottrell Jr, MD
My husband and I plan to spend more of our retirement years summering at our home at Lake Tahoe and we were so pleased to meet Dr. Plumb, a local primary doctor very conveniently located to Tahoe City. I have a chronic health issue which is being treated by a specialist at UCSF and it was...
J-M K Sep 10 2019
Review for Dr. Jeanne Plumb, MD
This man saved our mothers life! Exceptional PHYSICAN
Trina weatherford Sep 01 2019
Review for Dr. Casey Jowers, MD
Very responsive and thorough. I saw him this week for a sudden fever. Spent quality time with me and ran smart tests. Practical and friendly.
Aug 27 2019
Review for Dr. Miles Congress, MD
Dr Abby Young fixed my broken wrist with absolute precision and her reduction left my wrist good as new and ready for a cast without a surgery. She is amazing!!!!
Jeanne Beliveau-dunn Aug 09 2019
Review for Dr. Abby Young, DO
She told me I had cancer while I was shopping in a grocery store, which turned out to be totally wrong. I do not recommend her for anyone
Jul 27 2019
Review for Dr. Reini Jensen, MD
She is my doctor. She listens. Excellent bedside manner that won my confidence. She answered all my questions and wants to help me achieve good health.
karen Schweitzer Jul 24 2019
Review for Dr. Celia Sutton-Pado, MD
Dr. Jowers was great and made our ER experience very positive. He handled a difficult situation very well and communicated everything to my wife and I clearly and with compassion. I would recommend him to friends or family if they needed to be seen in Truckee.
Ryan Jul 02 2019
Review for Dr. Casey Jowers, MD
Dr. Jowers was thorough in his evaluation and patient with our 18 month old daughter. He explained everything to us thoroughly and clearly. Hopefully we will not need to be going back to the Truckee ER any time soon but if we needed to we would love to see Dr. Jowers again.
Jun 27 2019
Review for Dr. Casey Jowers, MD
Excellent Surgeon. I am 5 weeks out from bi-lateral hip replacement surgery and at the top of the "healing curve'. Dr. Dodd and his staff have done an incredible job.
Dave M. in Truckee, CA - Jun 21 2019
Review for Dr. Jeffrey Dodd, MD
Every time i have been into see Dr. Paul, he has been arrogant, unhelpful, and condescending. Even to my child. My child even commented on how rude he was. We will not be back to see him. If a doctor puts down another doctor, i immediately lose respect.
Jun 18 2019
Review for Dr. Gregg Paul, MD
Dr. Triestman is a genius! I have had chronic back pain for years, and typically went to a traditional chiropractor that would crack me pretty hard and typically cause more pain to get better. Barry is very gentle and worked on the area before adjusting me which made it easy more affective. The...
May 27 2019
Review for Dr. Barry Triestman, DC
A++ Experience! What a wonderful way he has with patients and with taking the time to explain to myself and my daughter what is going on. We really appreciated his attention to detail and the time he took to make sure we understood what steps we would be taking to sort out our issue. I am beyond...
May 22 2019
Review for Dr. Jeffrey Watson, MD
Many doctors I have seen for women's health issues have been obviously less than comfortable while treating me, either during the less than dignified "legs in the air" exam, or while talking to me about my cares and concerns about my health, sexuality, family size, or the planning thereof. It makes...
Apr 22 2019
Review for Dr. Steven Thompson, MD
Dr. Watson did a fantastic job explaining in great detail the whole procedure to me whilst it was being performed. I have major crows feet around my eyes and many deep forehead wrinkles. He was able to calm all my fears, answer all my questions and articulate himself in a way that made me feel as...
Apr 21 2019
Review for Dr. Jeffrey Watson, MD
The doctor changes his mind when you have left his office. If you expect a thorough and comprehensive understanding of your situation he may not be a good choice. Having just left hospital surgery, I went for a follow up to his office. I was approved and then denied medicine from his office. Not...
Apr 13 2019
Review for Dr. Patrick Osgood, MD
What a wonderful experience!! After seeing TWO other ENT's who would not listen to me about my very painful ears and jaw, Dr. Watson took a tremendous interest. The other doctors only read my scans but he insisted on looking at them himself and very carefully combing through all of my information....
Apr 02 2019
Review for Dr. Jeffrey Watson, MD
Dr. Winans is thorough, caring and knowledgeable, has an excellent staff. I highly recommend.
Apr 01 2019
Review for Dr. Nina Winans, MD
This Doctor can't see outside the box. When asked something he doesn't know, he merely shrugs it off and says "I know nothing about that." I would expect he could research it, but he apparently wants to only know about diseases in this country. He also gives off the appearance of the sdtudent who...
Mar 29 2019
Review for Dr. Jeffrey Watson, MD
Overall great, very attentive and really willing to discuss different treatment options with great follow up.
Mar 27 2019
Review for Dr. Gregg Paul, MD
She is amazing, as near perfect as possible. really listens, is open to non-allopathic alternatives, gives plenty of time for discussion. Truly one in a million.
Mar 19 2019
Review for Dr. Johanna Koch, MD
Dr Tirdel is not only knowledgeable, which you expect a specialist to be: He also listen's carefully to the patient and is more than willing to answer questions and never makes you feel rushed.
Mar 14 2019
Review for Dr. Gregory Tirdel, MD
From the moment I arrived the entire medical team provided excellent care. I was put at ease by their highly organized procedures and willingness to listen to any concerns I had. The anesthesiologist, the nurse in the procedure room and the doctor were all excellent. Dr. Newman took time to listen...
Steve in Pensacola , FL - Feb 19 2019
Review for Dr. Frederic Newman, MD
Dr. Tirdel is awesome. He identified a condition I’ve been dealing with for years. Some testing confirmed his suspicions and my life has changed for the better! Intuitive and thoughtful. His staff has had their moments but definitely gotten better! I don’t cringe at the thought of dealing with them...
Feb 12 2019
Review for Dr. Gregory Tirdel, MD
I am an 80 year old man who recently had total knee replacement surgery done by Dr. Dodd. I am completely and happily satisfied with the results. Dr. Dodd is a highly competent, no nonsense professional who does not talk down to you. If I ever again have need for an orthopedic surgeon, I will go...
Jon G.in Twain, CA - Feb 07 2019
Review for Dr. Jeffrey Dodd, MD
Dr. Orr failed to note that my bow leggeness would cause my knee to end up 4mm out of line, i.e., I'd be left crippled, before taking out 60% of my meniscus. Of course, he had another surgery he could perform that would take a wedge out of my tibial plateau which would have likely forced me to then...
Pat Keanein Reno, NV - Jan 04 2019
Review for Dr. Terrence Orr, MD
had a great experience with Dr. Camp and staff, however, Optical department lacks in timeliness and communication when purchasing glasses.
CA - Jan 01 2019
Review for Dr. Jeffrey Camp, MD
I have never had to report a doctor to the Medical Board of California until now. In my humble opinion, Dr. Forner should not be practicing medicine of any kind. I can't say whether his knowledge of neurology is adequate because I'm not a doctor. However, I can say for a fact that he falsified my...
Glenn in Truckee - Nov 21 2018
Review for Dr. Stephen Forner, MD
We Dr Camp for Opthamology as well as for skin care on the Sierra Aesthetics side of the practice. Everyone in the office is kind and professional. The Dr is extremely well qualified and informative on all fronts. His manner is pleasant with children and adults alike. Highly recommend Dr Camp.
Incline Village, NV - Nov 13 2018
Review for Dr. Jeffrey Camp, MD
Horrible experience. Dr. Camp and his staff are terrible. I went in with double vision. He ordered an MRI (which cost me $2K out of pocket). Took over a week to get him to call with results. He said nothing was wrong. He suggested it could go away in 6-8 weeks. And if not? It could be 6-9 months....
Tom S.in Truckee, CA - Oct 31 2018
Review for Dr. Jeffrey Camp, MD
Emily has treated my children since she first started at SNWC and is very knowledgeable in her field of study. I highly recommend her. There is no waiting with her as you get called in either slightly before your appointment time or on your scheduled time. She is a very kind NP who explains in...
Lopez Familyin Sparks, NV - Oct 27 2018
Review for Emily Bates, MSN
Would not go over images of xrays and explain why I couldn't walk. Implied I was a fake for being on crutches still. Said Quincy PT didn't take my insurance. They do he just never confirmed. Discriminated against me for having obama care. Claimed I was confrontational when I just needed him to...
Janayin Twain, CA - Oct 13 2018
Review for Dr. John Foley, MD
I have been seeing Dr. Tim Lombard for well over 25 years, while living in the Town of Truckee, and have continued to see him since relocating to Reno, NV. He also treated my late husband, who had numerous medical issues, including diabetes and, later, dementia. Dr. Lombard always treated my husband...
Marty Waldoin Reno, NV - Oct 03 2018
Review for Dr. John Lombard, MD
We took our daughter of 2 months to see Dr Plumb and wanted to get more information on vaccines so we could make the right choice for our family. However, when we voiced this, she became very condescending and aggressive, using words like "these diseases kill babies" "We have seen babies in our...
Truckee, CA - Sep 29 2018
Review for Dr. Jeanne Plumb, MD
One of the most compassionate and thorough MDs I've ever had. Not just a great doctor but an extraordinary heart.
Nevada City - Sep 23 2018
Review for Dr. Terrence Orr, MD
If you want someone who is authentic and can connect with the issues you face, choose Derrick. I don’t know why anyone would give him a bad rating unless they’re immature or can’t handle being told the truth about something.
Aliin Reno, NV - Jul 23 2018
Review for Derrick Johnson, MDIV
I don't understand the negative comments. I was unsure before my first appointment, but quickly found Dr. Forner to be highly competent. After three visits, I think Dr. Forner has a fine bedside manner and truly cares about me as a person. He spends the time and has answered all my question in a...
Timin Truckee, CA - Jul 18 2018
Review for Dr. Stephen Forner, MD
Derrick Johnson was very friendly but did not even remember the reasons I was coming week after week. He would shut down my concerns as well as not follow through on scheduled appointments. Derrick is a nice person but I would not recommend him as a therapist.
Jul 10 2018
Review for Derrick Johnson, MDIV
I have been seeing Dr Ringnes for almost 2 years. He has a ‘down to earth’ style and he is very user friendly in describing things. He has some newer approach’s to orthopedic issues (and hence why I picked him out of this practice). I’m very pleased that he’s my doctor...
DJin Truckee’s , CA - Jun 12 2018
Review for Dr. Andrew Ringnes, MD
Absolutely Awesome X 2 knee replacements!!!!!. Tahoe Forest Hospital in Truckee is so amazing, professional, friendly, educational, not to mention filet mignon for dinner!!! Dr. Dodd ROCKS!!!
Montyin Colfax, CA - May 19 2018
Review for Dr. Jeffrey Dodd, MD
Not sure about all these good reviews, but I was baffled. The office staff told me he was behind & it'd be 1 1/2 hr. for my appt. My initial appt. was at 2pm and I saw him at 6:30 - no joke. My disease is rare so I really wanted some insight. He kept comparing me to plankton - couldn't make heads...
Reno - Apr 07 2018
Review for Dr. Robert Fredericks, MD
A great compassionate doctor. Very competent and you fell that way going into procedure. Highly recommend him and the staff at tahoe forest hospital.
Mar 20 2018
Review for Dr. Thaddeus Laird, MD
Dr. Terrance Ore is an AMAZING doctor!!! He has a great staff and helped me get back to doing things I love!
Gardnerville - Mar 17 2018
Review for Dr. Terrence Orr, MD
Dr. Barta helped me identify and confirm my issue guickly. She coordinated my meeting with wonderful surgeon. I was in surgery shortly thereafter. having a positive experience from start to finish. Thank you, Hilary
TRUCKEE - Mar 05 2018
Review for Dr. Gina Barta, MD
Very professional in explaining my options for shoulder surgery. I had a very low level of of pain (hardly any) after surgery. His team was very helpful and considerate of my follow up needs.
Annin CA. - Feb 11 2018
Review for Dr. Andrew Ringnes, MD
This doctor is awesome!! Shows that he cares about his patients...feels like he is family. Does not continually have you back to see him unless needed. Explains conditions in plain English. Besides all that he has a great sense of humor...makes you feel at ease and you look forward to seeing...