If you’re searching for a pain specialist in Sydney with advanced training and a compassionate, multidisciplinary approach, look no further than Dr. James Forbes, consulting from South Steyne Medical Centre in Manly, NSW.
Dr. Forbes holds dual fellowships in Pain Medicine and Anaesthesia, making him uniquely equipped to manage complex and chronic pain conditions. After completing his medical training at the University of Bristol, he moved to Australia and achieved his Anaesthetic Fellowship in 2018 and Pain Medicine Fellowship in 2021.
Fully endorsed by the Faculty of Pain Medicine for procedural intervention, Dr. Forbes combines expert technical skill with a warm, patient-centred approach.
Dr. Forbes offers specialised treatment for:
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Neuropathic pain
Persistent post-surgical pain
Chronic musculoskeletal pain
Chronic back pain
He performs advanced interventional procedures such as:
Nerve blocks
Pulsed radiofrequency
Radiofrequency neurotomy
Spinal cord and peripheral nerve stimulation (neuromodulation)
Dr. Forbes understands that effective pain management is about more than just physical symptoms. His care model addresses psychological and social factors as well, ensuring a truly multidisciplinary approach to chronic pain.
As one of the most trusted pain specialists in Sydney, Dr. Forbes also consults at Northern Beaches Hospital and other locations across Sydney’s Northern Beaches region.
Dr. Forbes sees patients by referral only. You can obtain a referral through your usual GP or by booking a consultation with a consulting GP at South Steyne Medical Centre.
📩 To arrange your referral, please contact the SSMC reception team via the form below.
📍 Conveniently located in Manly, our clinic is easily accessible for residents across the Northern Beaches and Greater Sydney.