Sports Medicine Traumatologist · Barcelona
Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta
Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta is a sports medicine traumatologist, trauma and orthopedic surgeon, and hand surgeon at Traumatologia Barcelona. He provides assessment, diagnostic review, treatment planning, and second opinions for patients in Barcelona and internationally.
Key facts
Sports medicine traumatologist at Traumatologia Barcelona
Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta provides orthopedic trauma, hand and upper-limb assessment, diagnostic review, and treatment planning at Traumatologia Barcelona in Barcelona, Spain.
A sports medicine traumatologist focuses on the assessment and management of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions affecting bones, joints, tendons, nerves, and soft tissues. This page explains Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta’s clinical focus, credentials, consultation options, and how patients can request care at Traumatologia Barcelona.
Doctor
Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta, trauma and orthopedic surgeon, traumatologist, and hand surgeon
Clinic
Traumatologia Barcelona
Location
Office 112, Plaça de Manuel Corachán 4, 08017 Barcelona, Spain
Appointments and enquiries
Languages
English, French, Spanish, and Catalan
Online consultations
Available
Insurance
Patients may enquire about coverage and payment arrangements; coverage depends on the insurer and individual policy
Professional background
Who is Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta?
Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta is a trauma and orthopedic surgeon and hand surgeon who has worked in the Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology Service at Hospital Clínic de Barcelona since 1998.
Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta is a sports medicine traumatologist and trauma and orthopedic surgeon at Traumatologia Barcelona. His work includes the evaluation of orthopedic trauma, hand and upper-limb conditions, nerve-related concerns, and joint problems, with treatment planning tailored to each patient’s clinical situation.
He is also listed by Hospital Clínic Barcelona as a traumatologist and serves as medical president of Hospital Clínic Barcelona (HCB). His affiliation with Hospital Clínic de Barcelona is separate from Traumatologia Barcelona, where he provides consultations and patient care.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Medical degree | Graduated in Medicine from Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona in 1980 |
| Specialty training | Completed Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology specialty training in 1986 |
| Doctoral thesis | Earned a doctoral thesis in 1992 |
| Hospital affiliation | Has worked in the Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology Service at Hospital Clínic de Barcelona since 1998 |
| Research role | Served as ICEMEQ research coordinator and clinical research committee member from 2006 |
| Academic role | Taught and tutored academic courses from 1994 to 2009 |
| Medical registration | 15202 |
Clinical focus
What orthopedic and trauma conditions can be assessed?
Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta assesses orthopedic trauma and musculoskeletal concerns affecting the hand, upper limb, hip, and knee. A consultation helps clarify the appropriate next steps for evaluation and treatment planning.
Patients may seek an assessment for injuries, persistent musculoskeletal symptoms, hand or upper-limb concerns, or questions about a previous diagnosis or treatment plan. The purpose of an initial consultation is to review the relevant history and available information, discuss possible causes and options, and agree on an appropriate plan.
Where a concern falls outside Dr. Fores’s scope or requires another specialty, referral where appropriate can be discussed during the consultation. This page provides general information and does not replace a personalised medical assessment.
What to expect
What happens during an initial consultation?
An initial consultation is an opportunity to discuss your symptoms, medical history, prior imaging or reports, and goals for recovery. Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta uses this information to guide an appropriate assessment and treatment plan.
Depending on the concern, the consultation may include a clinical examination, review of existing tests, discussion of diagnostic options, and explanation of suitable treatment or referral pathways. Patients are encouraged to bring relevant medical documents, imaging reports, medication information, and questions.
For urgent or worsening symptoms, patients should seek appropriate urgent medical care through local emergency services or a qualified healthcare professional rather than waiting for a routine appointment.
International care
How can international patients arrange a consultation?
Patients can request an appointment, international-patient enquiry, or second opinion through the clinic’s contact page. Online consultations are available for suitable enquiries.
International patient support
Traumatologia Barcelona welcomes patients from the UK, the United States, Europe, and beyond. International patients can submit an enquiry, share relevant medical information, and ask about appointment arrangements before travelling.
Multilingual communication
Care is available in English, French, Spanish, and Catalan. Clear communication can help patients explain their history, understand the assessment process, and take part in treatment-planning discussions.
Multidisciplinary support team
A multidisciplinary support team can help coordinate the practical aspects of care, including diagnostics, treatment planning, and recovery-related communication where appropriate.
Second opinions
Patients who already have a diagnosis, imaging, or a proposed treatment plan can request a second opinion. The consultation can help clarify the available options and whether further assessment is appropriate.
Languages and access
What languages are available at Traumatologia Barcelona?
Care is available in English, French, Spanish, and Catalan. This can be particularly helpful for expatriates, medical travellers, and international patients seeking orthopedic or hand-surgery assessment in Barcelona.
Patients can communicate in English, French, Spanish, or Catalan when requesting an appointment, attending a consultation, or discussing a second opinion. The clinic supports both in-person and online consultation enquiries.
Insurance coverage and payment arrangements depend on the insurer and individual policy. Patients with insurance may enquire about coverage and payment arrangements before or when requesting an appointment.
Contact
Request an appointment or second opinion
Traumatologia Barcelona provides orthopedic trauma, hand, nerve, joint, and second-opinion assessment with Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta.
Clinic
Traumatologia Barcelona
Doctor
Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta
Registration
15202
Address
Office 112, Plaça de Manuel Corachán 4, 08017 Barcelona, Spain
Website
traumatologia.barcelona
Languages
English, French, Spanish, and Catalan
Arrange your consultation
Patients can request an appointment, international-patient enquiry, or second opinion through the clinic’s contact page. Online consultations are available, and patients with insurance may ask about coverage and payment arrangements.
If symptoms are urgent or worsening, seek appropriate urgent medical care through local emergency services or a qualified healthcare professional.
Patient questions
Frequently asked questions
These answers explain Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta’s practice, consultation options, languages, and international-patient support at Traumatologia Barcelona.