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Trust score 8/100
Accepting new patients
Dr
Dr Robin Forbes
Anaesthetics
English
1,920+
Patients seen
7
Years in practice
6
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Dr. Robin Forbes is a Consultant Anaesthetist and Pain Specialist based in the Scottish Borders, serving the NHS Borders while also specialising in medicinal cannabis as part of his work with Mamedica and the Jorja Emerson Healthcare Group. With a keen interest in the evolving field of medicinal cannabis, Dr. Forbes prescribes this treatment for patients suffering from chronic persistent pain. Since March 2022, he has carried on his cannabis-related work as part of the Mamedica team.
Dr. Forbes has been a valued member of NHS Borders since March 2004, providing anaesthetic care for over 21 years. His extensive experience in pain management is complemented by his dedication to embracing innovative treatment options, including medicinal cannabis. Dr. Forbes studied Medicine at the University of Dundee in 1993.
Dr. Forbes has been a valued member of NHS Borders since March 2004, providing anaesthetic care for over 21 years. His extensive experience in pain management is complemented by his dedication to embracing innovative treatment options, including medicinal cannabis. Dr. Forbes studied Medicine at the University of Dundee in 1993.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Robin Forbes
Education & training
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2009–2015 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2015–2019 Residency · Anaesthetics
Career & appointments
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2019-09–2020-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Anaesthetics
Malpractice insurance:
HDI Global · 1,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 2,180 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,914 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,082 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 3,037 |
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 | 120 min | in_clinic | 540.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 30 min | in_clinic | 810.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 7 · i10: 2
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Validation of clinical scoring in Anaesthetics
DOI: 10.1454/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 39902517 · cited by 92
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Long-term follow-up of Anaesthetics across GB
DOI: 10.3179/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 39180587 · cited by 142
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Anaesthetics European Annual Congress (Anaesthetics) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Anaesthetics National Society Meeting · · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Anaesthetics — · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2020
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2020
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2020
Patient reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 0.05
- Knowledge
- 0.08
- Wait Time
- 3.80
- Staff Friendliness
- 0.02
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.00
- Value For Money
- 4.10
- Would Recommend Pct
- 4
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★ 5 verified visit
“Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.”
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★ 5 verified visit
“Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.”
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★ 4 verified visit
“Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.”
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Anaesthetics
- Awareness When should you see a anaesthetics?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · robin.forbes@euroclinics.example
