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Dr. Wade Fornander, MD

Dr. Wade Fornander, MD

Family Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Wade Fornander, MD is a family medicine physician in Lincoln, NE and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as CHI Health St. Elizabeth and Bryan East Campus. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

4600 Valley Rd Lincoln, NE 68510
Telehealth available

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Dr. Fornander's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fornander

4.8

12 ratings, 5 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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B Davis in lincoln ne – Oct 17, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Jan 30, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
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Lincoln, NE – Dec 12, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Mike Furrow in Lincoln, NE – Nov 30, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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Paula Buckner in Lincoln, NE – Dec 23, 2015
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About Me

care philosophy

My care philosophy is to help patients manage health and medical conditions in a way that is safe, effective, and evidence-based. Lifestyle-related health problems will be treated with exercise and diet education, weight management, and stress...read more

biography

Dr. Wade Fornander earned his medical degree with distinction from the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha. He completed his residency with the Lincoln Family Practice Program in Lincoln. Fornander previously served as a faculty physician...read more
  • Family Medicine

  • Preventive Medicine

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  • University Of Nebraska Medical Center College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2002
  • Chadron State College, Chadron, Ne

    Undergraduate School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Unavail4600 Valley Rd Lincoln, NE 68510
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Practice

Pender Community Hospital100 Hospital Dr Pender, NE 68047
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Pender Community Hospital

    100 PO Box
    Pender, NE 68047

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

    95%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    13% higher than the national average

    94%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    12% higher than the national average

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  • Bryan East Campus

    1600 S 48th St
    Lincoln, NE 68506
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    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

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • CHI Health St. Elizabeth

    555 S 70th St
    Lincoln, NE 68510
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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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

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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