Dr Georgina Forbes

Professional statement

Dr Georgina Forbes is a highly respected specialist doctor in sexual and reproductive healthcare based in Cardiff. She specialises in testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including genital wart diagnosis and treatment. She is also renowned for her expertise in contraception, including coil (IUD) and contraceptive implant fitting and removal. Dr Forbes also provides menopause care and treatment of recurrent vulvovaginal thrush.

Dr Forbes qualified in medicine from the University of Exeter in 2009 and then went on to undertake further training, including a diploma in genitourinary medicine. She has also completed a diploma with the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare and is a registered trainer (FRT). In addition, Dr Forbes has achieved letter of competences in intrauterine techniques and subdermal contraceptive implants (insertion and removal). She serves as a medical doctor with the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board. Dr Forbes sees private patients at the Oak Tree Clinic in Cardiff, a renowned centre for excellence in healthcare.

Dr Forbes is an SAS board representative and representative for Wales in the British Association for Sexual Health and HIV (BASHH). Her academic publications appear in peer-reviewed journals.