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.

Nate Favini
Meet Your Doctor
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Masood Rustemi, DO
NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine
Mount Sinai School of Medicine - Elmhurst
I was a Primary Care Physician at Kaiser Permanente in San Francisco prior to joining Forward
Why I practice at Forward

The vision, technology, and emphasis on preventative medicine is what drew me to Forward. I value being part of a bold team that is introducing new innovations to build the healthcare system of the future.

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Carolyn Ward, MD
Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Carolyn completed her medical school and internal medicine residency training at Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson, where she also stayed on as Chief Resident, teaching and managing residents
Why I practice at Forward

I practice at Forward because I value the doctor patient relationship. I want to work towards a future where patients have control over their own healthcare data and can make data driven changes to lead happier, healthier, and more productive lives.

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Quyen Tran, MD
University of Texas Medical School at Houston
University of Texas Southwestern Family Medicine
Quyen has a special interest in preventive care. She collaborates with patients to create individualized personal care plans focused on nurturing mental and physical health.
Why I practice at Forward

I joined Forward to practice primary and preventive care in a setting that increases patient access to medical professionals and incorporates tools and technology to empower patients to engage in their health..

Forward’s Medical Leadership

Forward’s mission to recreate medical care from the ground up requires deep medical expertise. We’ve prioritized thought leadership and practical experience in providing world-class healthcare from the beginning.

Nate Favini, MD, MS

Medical Lead

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Biography

Dr. Nate Favini is a passionate physician-leader who champions data-driven and compassionate health systems that care for the whole person.

Nate leads Forward's team of world-class doctors and works to improve quality, increase access and reduce cost for Forward members.

Experience
  • Director of Primary Care, CareMore Health Plan
  • Attending Physician, UCLA
  • Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Clinical Scholar
  • Primary Care at Montefiore Medical Center
Education
  • MD, Harvard Medical School
  • Internal Medicine at Albert Einstein
  • MS, Health Policy and Management, UCLA

Medical Advisory Board

We’ve sought out the brightest in the medical community for our Medical Board. We work closely with our advisors on product development and the latest research findings to deliver cutting-edge care.

Robert Wachter, MD
Chair of the Department of Medicine
University of California, San Francisco
Mintu Turakhia, MD, MAS
Executive Director, Center for Digital Health
Stanford Medicine
Rick Lanman, MD
Chief Medical Officer
Guardant Health
Daniella Hocking, MD
Medical Product
Forward
Charlie Morris, MD
Cardiologist
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.

1-2 min

15

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Traditional doctor

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.

3x

time

Traditional doctor

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..

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.
Medical Assistants
MAs ensure you always have a pleasant experience on site. They handle our real-time blood testing and genetic testing programs.