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53 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Forbes, Anesthesiologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Atholl Forbes, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. He has been practicing for over 53 years and is board certified. Dr. Forbes graduated from University of Aberdeen School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed his residency at Hammersmith Hospital.
Dr. Forbes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forbes’s office at (415) 600-6616.
Where did Dr. Forbes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hammersmith Hospital
Medical School: University Of Aberdeen, Faculty Of Medicine | University of Aberdeen School of Medicine and Dentistry
Is Dr. Forbes board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Atholl Forbes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Forbes speak?
Dr. Forbes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Forbes typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Atholl Forbes may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Forbes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Forbes accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Forbes' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Forbes' office located?
Dr. Atholl Forbes' Primary Practice
3700 California St
San Francisco, CA 94118
(415) 600-6616
What is Dr. Forbes's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Forbes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972559441.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forbes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Forbes
What is Dr. Atholl Forbes's specialty?
Dr. Forbes is an Anesthesiologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is Dr. Atholl Forbes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dr. Forbes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
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Is Dr. Atholl Forbes accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Atholl Forbes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Atholl Forbes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Forbes' office at (415) 600-6616 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Atholl Forbes?
Please contact Dr. Forbes' office at (415) 600-6616 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Forbes' office located?
Dr. Forbes' office is located in San Francisco, CA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Atholl Forbes have?
Dr. Atholl Forbes is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.