Trauma, orthopedics and hand surgery
Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta
Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta is a trauma and orthopedic surgeon and hand surgeon at Traumatologia Barcelona. He provides assessment, treatment planning and second-opinion consultations for patients in Barcelona and internationally.
Looking for an English speaking orthopaedic surgeon in Spain? Traumatologia Barcelona provides international patients with clear communication, specialist assessment and personalised treatment planning with Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta.
Key facts
Essential information
Find the main details about Dr. Fores, the clinic, appointment options and the languages available.
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
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.
Doctor profile
Who is Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta?
Dr. Fores is a trauma and orthopedic surgeon and hand surgeon who sees patients at Traumatologia Barcelona in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.
Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta is a trauma and orthopedic surgeon, traumatologist and hand surgeon at Traumatologia Barcelona. His clinical work includes assessment and treatment planning for orthopedic trauma, hand and upper-limb conditions, nerve-related problems, joint replacement and minimally invasive procedures where clinically appropriate.
He graduated in Medicine from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona in 1980 and completed specialty training in Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology in 1986. He earned a doctoral thesis in 1992 and has worked in the Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology Service at Hospital Clínic de Barcelona since 1998.
From 2006, Dr. Fores served as ICEMEQ research coordinator and as a member of the clinical research committee. He also taught and tutored academic courses from 1994 to 2009. He is listed by Hospital Clínic Barcelona as a traumatologist and serves as medical president of Hospital Clínic Barcelona (HCB).
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Medical registration number | 15202 |
| Medical degree | Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, 1980 |
| Specialty training | Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, 1986 |
| Doctoral thesis | 1992 |
| Hospital Clínic de Barcelona | Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology Service, since 1998 |
Clinical focus
What orthopedic and trauma conditions can be assessed?
Dr. Fores provides consultation, evaluation and treatment planning across several orthopedic and trauma areas. The appropriate course of care is determined during a personalised consultation.
A consultation may include review of symptoms, medical history and available imaging or reports. Where a condition requires another specialty or service, Dr. Fores can discuss referral where appropriate.
For urgent or worsening symptoms, patients should seek appropriate urgent medical care through local emergency services or a qualified healthcare professional.
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.
International patient support
Traumatologia Barcelona welcomes patients from the UK, the United States, Europe and beyond. The clinic can help coordinate enquiries, appointment requests and treatment-planning discussions.
Multilingual communication
Care is available in English, French, Spanish and Catalan. Clear communication can help patients explain symptoms, share medical records and understand the proposed assessment pathway.
Multidisciplinary support team
A multidisciplinary support team can assist with coordinated care, diagnostics, treatment planning and recovery-related questions, depending on each patient’s needs.
Online consultations
Online consultations are available. Insurance coverage, reimbursement and billing arrangements depend on the insurer and individual policy, so patients may enquire before booking.
International patients often begin by submitting an enquiry with a brief description of their concern, relevant medical history and any reports or imaging they already have. The clinic can then explain the next steps and arrange a suitable consultation format.
Patients with insurance may enquire about coverage and payment arrangements. Coverage, reimbursement and billing arrangements depend on the insurer and the individual policy.
Second opinions
How do I request a second opinion?
Patients can request a second opinion through the Traumatologia Barcelona contact page. This may be helpful when reviewing a diagnosis, treatment plan or surgical recommendation.
A second-opinion consultation begins with a review of the information provided by the patient. This can include referral letters, imaging reports, test results and details of previous treatment or surgical recommendations.
During the consultation, Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta can discuss the clinical question, explain the assessment process and outline possible next steps. The aim is to help patients make informed decisions with a clear understanding of their options.
A second opinion does not replace urgent care. If symptoms are severe, rapidly worsening or accompanied by a medical emergency, patients should contact local emergency services or a qualified healthcare professional promptly.
What to expect
What happens during an initial consultation?
An initial consultation is an opportunity to discuss symptoms, medical history, prior investigations and treatment goals with Dr. Fores.
Dr. Fores may review the patient’s history, examine the relevant area where appropriate and consider existing imaging or reports. He can then discuss whether further assessment, conservative management, a procedure, referral or another pathway may be suitable.
Patients are encouraged to bring or send relevant medical documents before their appointment. This can support a more focused discussion and help the clinic plan the consultation effectively.
Treatment recommendations are personalised. No outcome can be guaranteed, and the most appropriate option depends on the individual clinical situation.
Contact
Arrange a consultation in Barcelona
Traumatologia Barcelona welcomes appointment requests, international-patient enquiries and second-opinion requests.
Clinic
Traumatologia Barcelona
Address
Office 112, Plaça de Manuel Corachán 4, 08017 Barcelona, Spain
Website
traumatologia.barcelona
Languages
English, French, Spanish and Catalan
Doctor
Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta
Registration
15202
Request an appointment or enquiry
Patients can use the clinic’s contact page to request a consultation, ask about an international-patient enquiry or request a second opinion. Online consultations are available, and patients with insurance may enquire about coverage and payment arrangements.
Patient questions
Frequently asked questions
Information about consultations and appointments.These answers explain the clinic’s consultation, language and international-patient arrangements.