Trust score 8/100
Dr. Jennifer Forbes
👤 14 years of experience
3,349+
Patients seen
14
Years in practice
7
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Dr. Jennifer Forbes is a highly experienced GP and specialist in Addictions Medicine with a background in mental health, chronic pain, and medicinal cannabis. A graduate of the University of Dundee, she earned her MBChB in Medicine and a BMSc in Medical Psychology. Dr. Forbes began her career in anaesthetics before transitioning to general practice, and she has held key roles in mental health services in Australia. She spent 17 years with a Community Addictions Service, serving as Clinical Lead and contributing to the development of SIGN chronic pain guidance and Scottish Government MAT standards.
Currently an Associate Medical Director and medicinal cannabis prescriber, Dr. Forbes is dedicated to enhancing patient care and improving access to innovative treatments. She co-founded the Borders Pain Clinic to promote NHS integration and increase cannabis accessibility in Scotland. With extensive expertise in managing complex cases related to chronic pain and addiction, Dr. Forbes is committed to advancing care through evidence-based practice and collaborative healthcare initiatives.
Currently an Associate Medical Director and medicinal cannabis prescriber, Dr. Forbes is dedicated to enhancing patient care and improving access to innovative treatments. She co-founded the Borders Pain Clinic to promote NHS integration and increase cannabis accessibility in Scotland. With extensive expertise in managing complex cases related to chronic pain and addiction, Dr. Forbes is committed to advancing care through evidence-based practice and collaborative healthcare initiatives.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr. Jennifer Forbes
Education & training
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2002–2008 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2008–2012 Residency · Pain Management
Career & appointments
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2012-09–2013-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Pain Management
Malpractice insurance:
AmTrust Europe · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 2,880 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 238 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,094 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 385 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 min | in_clinic|telemed | 180.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 min | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 90.00 EUR |
| Vaccination administration | 60 min | in_clinic | 450.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 90 min | in_clinic | 180.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 3 · i10: 6
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Validation of clinical scoring in Pain Management
DOI: 10.3654/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 37909405 · cited by 24
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Long-term follow-up of Pain Management across GB
DOI: 10.9464/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 36491778 · cited by 130
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Pain Management European Annual Congress (Pain Management) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Pain Management National Society Meeting · London · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Pain Management — London · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2013
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2013
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2013
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Pain Management
- Awareness When should you see a pain management?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · jennifer.forbes@euroclinics.example
Location
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.