Thank you for your trust and support of

the Forward Focus journey

We're proud to share that Dr. Michael B. Kraft has been named a

2025 Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Marissa Versalle, D.O.

Smriti Goel, M.D.

Today's Medicine with Yesterday's Values

The Forward Focus Difference

Our secret sauce is built on meaningful relationships. As a pioneer in concierge medicine on the North Shore, we have been providing state-of-the-art quality healthcare, personalized service, and responsive, accessible care in a warm and welcoming setting since 2006. This commitment translates to undivided attention during lengthy appointments, 24/7 direct access to your physician, same-day scheduling, and a comprehensive focus on proactive health and wellness.

Discover the Difference

Forward Focus Concierge Medicine Team Members

Forward Focus Features

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Personalized Attention

Personalized Attention

  • Undivided attention from your physician
  • 24/7 access to your physician via phone, email, or text
  • Same-day scheduling
  • Unparalleled support staff who treat you like family
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Coordination of Care

Coordination of Care

  • Referrals to specialists and advocacy on your behalf
  • Help with medical decisions and interpreting results
  • Daily visits when hospitalized at affiliated hospitals
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State of the Art Medical Care

State of the Art Medical Care

  • Outstanding symptom management and acute care
  • Medical sophistication for evaluation and diagnosis
  • Clinical expertise in all aspects of internal medicine
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Emphasis on Prevention & Wellness

Emphasis on Prevention & Wellness

  • Focus on lifestyle issues and behavioral changes
  • Proactive health plans and strategies to prevent disease
  • Access to wellness providers in nutrition and wellness
  • Regularly scheduled educational seminars
Meet The Forward Focus Physicians

At Forward Focus, you’ll receive exceptional care and personalized treatment from every member of our team. You’ll feel the difference each time you walk through our doors, welcomed with a warm hello and made to feel like you’re part of the family.

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Our Latest News and Programs

Men's Health
05/29/2026 Truths & Myths of Testosterone

Please mark your calendar for our June 17th Prevention & Wellness Program with our Forward Focus physicians, Drs. Dan Goldstein (Highland Park), Steve Lasin (Lake Forest) ...

Dr. Goel
04/27/2026 Polypharmacy: When the Medication List Needs a SPRING CLEANING- Deprescribing More Than Refilling

If you’ve ever unfolded your medication list and thought, “Wow, this is…quite a list,” you’re not alone. In medicine, we call it polypharmacy—a fancy word that simply...

Dr. Versalle
04/06/2026 The Doctor Will See You Now — And So Will the Dog

What the research actually says about living with a dog — and a small, honest note about cats. The scientific literature on dog ownership and human health has become too...