Trauma, orthopedics & hand surgery
Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta
Bone surgeon, trauma and orthopedic surgeon, traumatologist, and hand surgeon at Traumatologia Barcelona, supporting local and international patients with assessment, treatment planning, and recovery guidance.
Key facts
Who is Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta?
Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta is a trauma and orthopedic surgeon and hand surgeon associated with Traumatologia Barcelona in Barcelona, Spain.
As a bone surgeon and trauma and orthopedic specialist, Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta provides consultation, assessment, and treatment planning for patients seeking orthopedic trauma, hand, joint, nerve, and second-opinion care in Barcelona.
Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta is a trauma and orthopedic surgeon, traumatologist, and hand surgeon at Traumatologia Barcelona. His clinical work includes the assessment and treatment planning of orthopedic trauma and fracture care, hand and upper-limb conditions, tendon and peripheral-nerve concerns, Dupuytren contracture, and hip or knee replacement discussions.
He graduated in Medicine from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona in 1980, completed Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology specialty training in 1986, and earned a doctoral thesis in 1992. Since 1998, he has worked in the Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology Service at Hospital Clínic de Barcelona.
Dr. Fores has also served as ICEMEQ research coordinator and a member of the clinical research committee since 2006. He taught and tutored academic courses from 1994 to 2009. Hospital Clínic Barcelona lists him as a traumatologist, and he serves as medical president of Hospital Clínic Barcelona (HCB).
Professional details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Doctor | Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta |
| Profession | Trauma and orthopedic surgeon, traumatologist, and hand surgeon |
| Medical registration number | 15202 |
| Clinic | Traumatologia Barcelona |
| Location | Office 112, Plaça de Manuel Corachán 4, 08017 Barcelona, Spain |
| Appointments and enquiries | Request an appointment or enquiry |
| 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 |
Clinical focus
What orthopedic and trauma conditions can be assessed?
Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta provides assessment and consultation for a range of orthopedic, trauma, hand, joint, and nerve-related concerns. A personalised consultation helps determine the most appropriate next steps.
Patients can discuss concerns relating to orthopedic trauma and fracture care, hand and upper-limb surgery, tendon repair, peripheral-nerve injury and nerve-related conditions, and Dupuytren contracture assessment and treatment. Hip and knee replacement or arthroplasty, along with arthroscopy and minimally invasive procedures where clinically appropriate, may also be considered during consultation and treatment planning.
Every consultation begins with a careful review of the patient’s history, symptoms, and available diagnostic information. Where appropriate, Dr. Fores may recommend further evaluation, treatment planning, referral, or a coordinated approach with other specialists.
The aim is to help patients understand their options and make informed decisions about their care. This page provides general information and does not replace a medical consultation or diagnosis.
International patients
How can international patients arrange a consultation?
Patients can request an appointment, international-patient enquiry, or second opinion through the clinic’s contact page.
Traumatologia Barcelona welcomes patients from Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, the United Kingdom, the United States, other European countries, and further afield. International patients can submit an enquiry through the clinic’s contact page to request an appointment, discuss an upcoming consultation, or ask about a second opinion.
International patient support
Support is available to help overseas patients coordinate enquiries, appointments, documentation, and communication with the clinic before and after consultation.
Multilingual care
Care is available in English, French, Spanish, and Catalan, helping patients communicate clearly about symptoms, diagnostics, treatment planning, and recovery.
Multidisciplinary support team
A multidisciplinary support team can help coordinate care, diagnostics, treatment planning, and recovery where appropriate for each patient’s situation.
Online consultations
Online consultations are available. Patients may use this option for an initial discussion, follow-up enquiry, or second-opinion request, subject to clinical suitability.
Second opinions
How do I request a second opinion?
Patients seeking a second opinion can contact Traumatologia Barcelona through the clinic’s contact page to arrange an assessment or diagnostic review.
A second opinion may be helpful when a patient wants an independent review of a diagnosis, imaging, treatment plan, or surgical recommendation. Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta provides diagnostic review and second-opinion consultations, with careful attention to the patient’s individual circumstances and available medical information.
During a second-opinion consultation, patients can discuss their concerns, review relevant documentation, and consider possible next steps. Where appropriate, the clinic may recommend further evaluation, referral, or a coordinated approach with other healthcare professionals.
To request a second opinion, patients can visit the clinic’s contact page and submit an enquiry. The clinic team can then advise on the most suitable next steps for arranging a consultation.
Languages
What languages are available at Traumatologia Barcelona?
Care is available in English, French, Spanish, and Catalan.
Traumatologia Barcelona supports communication in English, French, Spanish, and Catalan. This multilingual approach is designed to help local and international patients discuss their symptoms, medical history, diagnostic results, and treatment preferences clearly.
Clear communication is particularly important for patients travelling from abroad, expats living in Barcelona, and patients seeking a second opinion. It helps ensure that questions, concerns, and treatment-planning discussions are understood by everyone involved.
Patients can mention their preferred language when submitting an enquiry through the clinic’s contact page.
What to expect
What should a patient expect during an initial consultation?
An initial consultation at Traumatologia Barcelona focuses on understanding the patient’s concerns, reviewing relevant information, and discussing appropriate next steps.
During an initial consultation, Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta will typically review the patient’s medical history, current symptoms, and any available diagnostic information. The consultation may include a clinical assessment and a discussion of possible treatment options, referral needs, or further evaluation.
Patients are encouraged to bring or share relevant medical records, imaging reports, and previous correspondence where available. This helps support a more informed discussion and a clearer treatment-planning process.
The clinic does not provide diagnosis or treatment advice through this page. For urgent or worsening symptoms, patients should seek appropriate urgent medical care through local emergency services or a qualified healthcare professional.
Contact
Request an appointment or enquiry
Traumatologia Barcelona welcomes appointment requests, international-patient enquiries, and second-opinion requests through its contact page.
Clinic
Traumatologia Barcelona
Address
Office 112, Plaça de Manuel Corachán 4, 08017 Barcelona, Spain
Website
traumatologia.barcelona
Doctor
Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta
Registration
15202
Languages
English, French, Spanish, and Catalan
Arrange a 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 enquire about coverage and payment arrangements; coverage depends on the insurer and individual policy.
For urgent or worsening symptoms, seek appropriate urgent medical care through local emergency services or a qualified healthcare professional.
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