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4 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Brian Forbes treats astigmatism, hyperopia, and amblyopia, and performs facial trauma repair, scalp laceration repair, and strabismus surgery. He practices ophthalmology and pediatrics and has been in practice for 32 years. Dr. Forbes is affiliated with Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and sees patients in Exton, Philadelphia, and King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.
He completed his residency at UMDNJ and received his medical degree from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Forbes speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Forbes 5 out of 5.
He completed his residency at UMDNJ and received his medical degree from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Forbes speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Forbes 5 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 32 years of experience
- 18 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Umdnj
- 2 specialties
- 12 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Brian John Forbes has 3 locationsChop Specialty Care Exton
481 John Young WayExton, PA 19341 Tel: (610) 594-9008
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Childrens Hospital Of Philadelphia Ophthalmology
3500 Civic Center Blvd Fl 11Philadelphia, PA 19104 Tel: (215) 590-2791
Mon8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:30 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed
Childrens Hospital Of Philadelphia Middleman Family Pavilion
550 S Goddard BlvdKing Of Prussia, PA 19406 Tel: (445) 428-3000
Mon7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Compare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Brian John Forbes, MD | Dr. Nancy Wilson Crawford, MD | Dr. Shaivi Patel, MD | Dr. Leonard Harold Ginsburg, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 32 Years of Experience | 45 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience | 42 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Exton , PA | Springfield , PA | Smyrna , DE | Springfield , PA |
| Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania | Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University | Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine | Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Brian John Forbes
Medical Specialties
Dr. Brian John Forbes has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Brian John Forbes has the following 12 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
32 Years Experience
Dr. Brian John Forbes holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Umdnj.
Medical School
Graduated from Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania in 1994.
NPI Number
Dr. Forbes' NPI number is 1720138522.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Brian Forbes affiliated with?
- Dr. Brian Forbes is affiliated with Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia.
- Does Dr. Brian Forbes accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Brian Forbes has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brian Forbes?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Brian Forbes here on Vitals.
- Where is Dr. Brian Forbes's office located?
- Dr. Brian Forbes's office is located at 481 John Young Way, Exton, PA, 19341.
- Does Dr. Brian Forbes accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Brian Forbes accepts on their Vitals profile.
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