About
Mary Pat Forkin, MD brings thirty years of family and emergency medicine experience to her patients in Central Indiana. She grew up in St. Louis, Missouri and earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana. She received her MD from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and earned the distinction of Chief Resident at St. John's Mercy Hospital in St. Louis. She holds board certification in Family Medicine.
Dr. Forkin has a particular clinical interest in heart disease prevention and advanced cholesterol testing. She believes every patient deserves timely appointments and compassionate, personal care for the whole family. She serves as a patient advocate across both physical and emotional health needs, managing everything from urgent concerns to chronic illness. Growing up in a family of eight and raising five children of her own, she understands firsthand what healthy family life requires.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana
Medical School
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
Residency
Chief Resident, St. John's Mercy Hospital, St. Louis
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Forkin right for?
Dr. Forkin is a strong fit for patients who want a family medicine physician with deep experience across all ages. Adults managing cardiovascular risk or complex cholesterol concerns benefit from her focused clinical interest in heart disease prevention. She is especially effective with patients who need a physician who addresses both physical and emotional health. Families seeking a compassionate, whole-family advocate will find her approach well suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Forkin specializes in family medicine with a particular focus on heart disease prevention and advanced cholesterol testing. She also manages chronic illness and urgent care concerns for patients across all ages. Her thirty years of experience in family and emergency medicine give her a broad clinical foundation.
Yes, Dr. Forkin holds board certification in Family Medicine. She earned her MD from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and served as Chief Resident at St. John's Mercy Hospital in St. Louis.
Dr. Forkin completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana. She earned her MD from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. She then completed her residency at St. John's Mercy Hospital in St. Louis, where she earned the designation of Chief Resident.
Dr. Forkin uses advanced cholesterol testing and proactive monitoring to assess cardiovascular risk in her patients. She focuses on catching risk factors early and building a prevention plan tailored to each individual. This clinical interest has been a consistent part of her practice for decades.
Dr. Forkin sees patients across all age groups, from children to older adults. She is experienced in managing both acute concerns and long-term chronic conditions. Her background in emergency medicine adds a practical dimension to her family medicine practice.
Dr. Forkin takes a whole-patient approach to care, addressing physical and emotional health in the same visit when needed. She functions as a patient advocate and coordinates care across different concerns and specialties. Her goal is to give every patient timely, compassionate attention.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026