About
Dr. Paul Forward brings an unconventional path to family medicine. He graduated from the University of Colorado with a degree in mechanical engineering and spent five years in the medical device industry before pursuing medicine full time. He completed his residency at the Rose Family Medicine Residency Program and earned board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine in 1999. He has been a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians since 1996.
Fellow physicians recommended Dr. Forward for 5280 Magazine's Top Doctors list, and the publication named him a Family Medicine TopDoc in 2010. He has mentored medical students and family medicine residents throughout his career. Outside the office, Dr. Forward mountain bikes, hikes, and skis the Colorado backcountry. He spends time with his wife, daughter, and two sons, and looks forward to introducing his two grandchildren to Colorado's outdoors.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Colorado, B.S. Mechanical Engineering
Residency
Family Medicine, Rose Family Medicine Residency Program
Certifications
Who is Dr. Forward right for?
Dr. Forward is a good fit for patients who want a board-certified family medicine physician with broad clinical experience and a grounded, practical approach to care. His engineering background gives him a systematic way of thinking through problems. Patients who value a physician with deep roots in the Denver medical community will appreciate his peer recognition and long career in family medicine. Those interested in an active, prevention-focused lifestyle will find his personal values well aligned with their own.
Similar Doctors Nearby
Dr. Jonathan ZoncaMD
Family Medicinediabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease +3 more
Dr. Michael KellerMD
Family Medicineacute illness, acute injury, chronic disease +6 more
Dr. Lisa DavidsonDO
Family Medicinepreventive care, mental wellness, weight management +2 more
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Forward specializes in family medicine, providing primary care and chronic disease management for a wide range of patients. His board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine reflects his commitment to comprehensive, relationship-driven care.
Yes. Dr. Forward holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine, which he earned in 1999 after completing his residency at the Rose Family Medicine Residency Program.
Dr. Forward graduated from the University of Colorado with a degree in mechanical engineering. He worked in the medical device industry for five years before returning to pursue medicine. He then completed his residency at the Rose Family Medicine Residency Program.
Yes. Fellow physicians recommended Dr. Forward for 5280 Magazine's Top Doctors list, and the publication named him a Family Medicine TopDoc in 2010.
Yes. Dr. Forward has mentored medical students and family medicine residents throughout his career. He brings an educator's perspective to his relationships with both trainees and patients.
Dr. Forward sees patients across a broad range of ages and health concerns, consistent with family medicine practice. He manages chronic conditions, coordinates preventive care, and builds long-term relationships with his patients.
Dr. Forward has practiced family medicine since earning board certification in 1999. He has been a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians since 1996, reflecting his long-standing commitment to the specialty.
Doctor profile last updated November 1, 2026