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Dr. James Foerster, MD

Dr. James Foerster, MD

Cardiology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. James Foerster, MD is a cardiologist in Sacramento, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Stanford University in 1970. He is affiliated with UC Davis Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 5 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

4860 Y St Sacramento, CA 95817
Telehealth available
(916) 734-3761

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Foerster is affiliated with UC Davis Medical Center Sacramento, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Foerster specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Foerster's Reviews

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About Me

care philosophy

Treat people with respect, diagnose what is treatable.

  • Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Stanford University

    Medical School, 1970
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Regents Ucdpbg IM Nephr4860 Y St Sacramento, CA 95817
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Practice

Sacramento Self Help Housing Inc.1010 Hurley Way Ste 500 Sacramento, CA 95825
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UC Davis Medical Center

    2315 Stockton Blvd
    Sacramento, CA 95817
    Recipient of 49
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery, coronary interventional procedures, heart attack treatment, heart failure treatment, and heart valve surgery

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery, coronary interventional procedures, heart attack treatment, heart failure treatment, and heart valve surgery

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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