
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 21-65
- Older Adult >65
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleAbout Kristen S Forstrom
Care Philosophy
I believe that a trusting partnership between myself and my patients is one of the most important components to cardiovascular care. I aim to provide education in an easy-to-digest way gives my patients the opportunity to understand, embrace and become an active participant in their care.
Personal Statement
I live in Iron Mountain with my husband, our children and dogs, and in my free time, I enjoy reading, cooking, baking and watching my children play sports.
Clinical Interests
- Cardiovascular risk factor reduction
- Congestive heart failure
- Valvular heart disease
Locations
- 1711 South Stephenson Avenue, Suite 215, Iron Mountain, MI 49801
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- phone: 906-828-2576
- fax: 906-779-0039
Expertise
Education
- Master of Science in Nursing: Bellin College, 2021
Board Certifications
- Family Nurse Practitioner: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board, 2021
Insurance
- Aetna-Medicare Advantage
- Allstate Benefits f/k/a Allied Beneifts
- Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield - HMO, PPO, Blue Priority, Medicare Advantage and Medicaid
- Aspirus Health Plan
- BCBS MI (Upper Peninsula clinics only)
- Care Wisconsin
- Children's Community Health Plan Medicaid and Marketplace
- Cigna
- CommonGround Healthcare
- Community Care Inc.
- Evernorth Behavioral Health
- Exceedent
- First Health
- Galaxy Health Network
- Health Partners - Robin
- Health Payment Systems
- Health Smart
- HealthEOS
- Humana/Choicecare - HMO, PPO and Medicare Advantage
- Inclusa
- Independent Care (ICare)-Medicare Advantage
- Lakeland Care
- Managed Health Services-Medicaid
- Medicare
- MI Medicaid (Upper Michigan and clinics in Wisconsin counties adjoining MI border)
- Molina Healthcare-Medicaid only
- Multiplan
- My Choice Wisconsin
- Network Health Plan - Commercial and Medicare Advantage
- Optum Behavioral Health
- Preferred One
- Security Health Plan - Medicaid
- Three Rivers Provider Network
- Tricare
- Trilogy - Commercial
- United Healthcare - HMO, PPO, UMR, Medicare Advantage, and Medicaid
- UPHP-Commercial, Medicaid (Upper Michigan and select Northern WI clinics)
- WEA Trust Preferred
- WI Medicaid
- WPS Health Insurance
- WPS Health Plan
- Zelis
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
224 ratings, 42 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2026
Thanks to Kristen taking time to talk to me. She found water retention and immediately sent me for tests and to the hospital. Very happy with care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2026
Kristen was kind and compassionate. She listened to my worries and she explained things to me about my heart that have never been explained to me before. I've been seeing a cardiologist for several years now. She's the first one to do this. She was awesome. I will definitely see her again and recommend her to family and friends.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2026
Everything was really great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2026
Kristen is just amazing! I dreaded coming to this appointment, until I realized I would be seeing Kristen. I didn't mind coming when I knew it was her. Kristen is so upbeat, positive & so very knowledgeable. She explains everything in great detail, so you understand everything she's telling you. She makes you feel at ease. Always smiling & friendly. Has a plan & solutions for my care always! I trust her completely! Just adore her! Thankful for her great care! I will always choose to have her as my heart doctor. She's the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2026
Everyone was pleasant and caring, all were professional .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2026
He is very caring, thorough, explains things where you can understand them, takes the time with you, doesn't rush you out.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
I found NP Kristen Forstrom to be extremely knowledgeable and answered all of my questions in a way that was easily understood by me. She's compassionate, empathetic, and professional. Bellin health is lucky to have her on staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2026
Thank you!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2026
Was treated very well and informed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
I really like Kristen Forstrom. She does a great job. I'm very happy with her and looking forward to the next time I see her. Thank you very much.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/5/2026
She very pleasant, she takes her time to explain everything.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/26/2025
My experience was very good. Kristen is very good at explaining things and makes me feel very comfortable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Kristen does an excellent job of asking questions, answering questions, explaining the tweaking of the various meds I take, and just plain making it a comfortable visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Kristen is a very caring PA I am very comfortable with her
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2025
Great experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
great care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
Kristen is awesome. She takes the time to explain things in terms anyone can understand and genuinely cares for your health. All I can say is she is one of the best health professionals I have had the privilege to use.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
NP Kristen Forstrom is excellent. She was very knowledgeable about my health care needs. She was empathetic and spent time listening and discussing my health with me. I had a productive appointment with her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2025
Mrs Forstrom was amazing. I'm so impressed with how she explained everything and the time she took with me. I would definitely see her again.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2025
Kristen is so knowledgeable and takes extra time with the appointment and questions. I just love her! The nurse was also excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2025
Kristen F. Is an exceptional provider. She listens and has a perfectly thought out answer for any and every question asked of her. She is an extremely smart woman who knows the answers and is able to explain every question asked of her. I feel so fortunate to have her coordinating my plan of care. I would follow her to the moon and back if necessary for the quality of care she gives her patients!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2025
Kristen was wonderful and she's a perfect provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/13/2025
She took many questions and had logical answers. Never felt rushed. That's important to me. Very smart NP. I feel she did a great job listening and she was very familiar with the surgery that I had. Most medical professionals do not seem to know much about a septal myectomy. I rapid fired questions and she never missed a logical answer. Great job.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2025
She was very thorough and explain things.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/15/2025
Provider was very personable and put me at ease.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2025
I was very well pleased with my visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2025
See you in one year
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2025
I have complete faith in this cardiac team; and their great team atmosphere!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2025
I really appreciate the time and personal attention that I received from the staff, nurses and Kristen during my visit yesterday. I had a number of questions and concerns about details of my cardiac health and they were addressed and answered in excellent detail.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2025
Kristen is knowledgeable and so down to earth
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
My doctor listened to my every concern and was super patient!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
The last few visits I have seen Kristen and I absolutely love her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
She was awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2025
I am very comfortable with Kristin. She explains everything and is very knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
Provider was excellent in explaining, listening and answering questions. She took all the time needed to provide excellent care. Highly recommend.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
I was very impressed with the PA, I think her name is Kristen Forstrom. She was very thorough and answered all my questions without making me feel like she was rushing my appointment. She was an excellent listener.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
She explained things very clearly and extensively. I understand what I need to do
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2025
It was all good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
Kristin Forstrom is very friendly I loved my visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
I can't say enough good things about Bellin Health. We are greatful to have quality healthcare available!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2025
Gave me all the time I needed and answered my questions.