About
Dr. Melissa Fore is an Internal Medicine physician and the founder of Advocate Primary Care in St. Louis. She completed her residency at Mercy Hospital in St. Louis, then spent five years delivering primary care at Mercy Clinic in Sunset Hills. In 2021, she began providing telehealth and house calls through MyCatholicDoctor before launching her own direct primary care practice the following year.
Dr. Fore's approach to medicine draws deeply from her own experiences as a patient. She has navigated a wide spectrum of medical care firsthand, and those experiences shaped her belief that listening is the most essential clinical skill. Her care addresses physical, psychological, and spiritual dimensions of health. She aims to treat every patient with genuine respect and compassion. A deeply committed Catholic Christian, she attends Ascension parish and lives in the Chesterfield area with her husband and identical twin boys born in 2020. She genuinely enjoys house calls and welcomes visits to patients in their homes or in senior living facilities.
Education & Training
Residency
Internal Medicine, Mercy Hospital, St. Louis
Additional Training
Telehealth and house calls through MyCatholicDoctor (2021)
Who is Dr. Fore right for?
Dr. Fore is a strong fit for adults who want a physician who listens carefully and takes time with every visit. Patients managing chronic conditions benefit from her internal medicine training and her whole-person approach to care. Those who feel rushed or overlooked in traditional settings often find her practice a good match. Adults in the Chesterfield or Creve Coeur areas can also request house calls, including patients in senior living facilities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Fore treats a broad range of adult medical conditions as an Internal Medicine physician. She manages chronic illnesses, acute concerns, and preventive care. Her approach considers medical, psychological, and situational factors together when developing a care plan.
She listens extensively, asks clarifying questions, and works to understand the full picture of each patient's life and health. She addresses physical, psychological, and spiritual dimensions of care.
Dr. Fore completed her Internal Medicine residency at Mercy Hospital in St. Louis. After residency, she spent five years in primary care at Mercy Clinic in Sunset Hills before founding Advocate Primary Care.
Yes, Dr. Fore makes house calls and genuinely enjoys doing them. She generally serves the Chesterfield and Creve Coeur areas, including visits to senior living facilities. Contact the practice to confirm whether your location falls within her house call range.
Yes, Dr. Fore offers free meet-and-greets for prospective patients. You can come to the office to meet the staff and speak privately with her. She also offers this by phone or video call if you prefer.
Dr. Fore's philosophy grew directly from her own experiences receiving medical care. She has experienced a wide range of care, from deeply supportive to difficult, and those experiences inform how she treats every patient. She believes patients should always feel heard and respected.
Dr. Fore is an Internal Medicine physician who completed her residency at Mercy Hospital in St. Louis. For specific board certification details, contact Advocate Primary Care directly.
Dr. Fore sees adult patients. Advocate Primary Care offers tiered membership pricing for adults ages 18-26, 27-64, and 65 and older.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026