Trauma, orthopedics and hand surgery
Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta
Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta is a trauma and orthopedic surgeon, traumatologist and hand surgeon at Traumatologia Barcelona. He provides assessment, consultation and treatment planning for patients seeking support with orthopedic trauma, hand and upper-limb concerns, joint conditions and second opinions.

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Key facts
Who is Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta?
Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta is a trauma and orthopedic surgeon, traumatologist and hand surgeon at Traumatologia Barcelona.
Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta is a trauma and orthopedic surgeon and hand surgeon at Traumatologia Barcelona. His clinical work includes the assessment and treatment planning of orthopedic trauma, hand and upper-limb conditions, nerve-related concerns, tendon injuries, joint replacement and minimally invasive procedures where clinically appropriate.
He graduated in Medicine from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona in 1980 and completed Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology specialty training 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.
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, evaluation and treatment planning across a range of orthopedic, trauma, hand and nerve-related concerns.
Patients may seek a consultation for the assessment of orthopedic trauma and fractures, hand and upper-limb conditions, Dupuytren contracture, peripheral-nerve injury and nerve-related conditions, tendon repair, hip and knee replacement or arthroplasty, and arthroscopy or minimally invasive procedures where clinically appropriate.
The purpose of a consultation is to understand the individual situation, review relevant information and discuss suitable next steps. Treatment is not prescribed or guaranteed in advance; referral may be appropriate where another specialist or service is better placed to help.
What to expect
What happens during an initial consultation?
An initial consultation is designed to understand the patient’s concerns and support clear, personalised treatment planning.
During an initial consultation, Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta can review the patient’s concerns, relevant medical information and any available diagnostic material. The consultation may include a clinical evaluation, discussion of possible causes and a conversation about appropriate assessment or treatment-planning options.
Patients are encouraged to bring or share relevant reports, imaging or prior clinical information where available. This can help support a more informed discussion, particularly for second opinions or complex orthopedic, hand or nerve-related concerns.
Where another specialty, test or service is appropriate, referral may be discussed. The aim is coordinated, personalised care rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.

International support
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 international patients, including patients from the UK, the US, Spain and beyond. The clinic offers multilingual care in English, French, Spanish and Catalan, which can support clearer communication before, during and after a consultation.
International patient support
Overseas patients can request an appointment, international-patient enquiry or second opinion through the clinic’s contact page.
Multilingual care
Care is available in English, French, Spanish and Catalan, supporting clearer communication for international and local patients.
Multidisciplinary support team
A multidisciplinary support team can help coordinate diagnostics, treatment planning and recovery where appropriate.
Second opinions
Patients may request a diagnostic review or second opinion to help clarify their situation and discuss possible next steps.
Contact
Where is Traumatologia Barcelona located?
Traumatologia Barcelona is located at Office 112, Plaça de Manuel Corachán 4, 08017 Barcelona, Spain.
Clinic
Traumatologia Barcelona
Doctor
Dr. Joaquim Fores Vineta
Registration
15202
Address
Office 112, Plaça de Manuel Corachán 4, 08017 Barcelona, Spain
Website
Languages
English, French, Spanish and Catalan
Request an appointment or enquiry
Patients can request an appointment, international-patient enquiry or second opinion through the clinic’s contact page. Online consultations are available; insurance coverage and payment arrangements depend on the insurer and individual policy.
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