Spain, Barcelona
Consultation with an orthopedist (traumatologist) in Joint Preservation Surgery Clinic
About the clinic
A consultation with an orthopedist at Joint Clinic in Barcelona, Spain, involves a specialized evaluation of joint conditions, sports injuries, and degeneration. This diagnostic visit takes place at Hospital El Pilar and focuses on assessing the hip, knee, and shoulder to determine the best path for joint preservation. Dr. Luis Ramírez Núñez, a specialist in hip preservation and sports traumatology, leads the orthopedic team and coordinates these evaluations.
Consultation Details
The assessment focuses on identifying the cause of joint pain or dysfunction in athletes and adults. During the visit, the specialist performs several diagnostic steps to provide an immediate integrated assessment of the patient's condition.
- Physical examination. A manual check of joint mobility, strength, and symptom triggers.
- Imaging review. Detailed analysis of X-rays and MRI scans brought by the patient.
- Functional assessment. Evaluation of how the joint's anatomy affects daily movement and sports performance.
- Second opinion. Expert review for complex cases involving the hip, knee, or shoulder.
- Language support. Services are available in English and Spanish for international patients.
Specialist and Setting
Dr. Luis Ramírez Núñez is an orthopedic surgeon who also leads the hip preservation surgery unit at Hospital Clínic de Barcelona. He specializes in arthroscopy and sports traumatology, focusing on treatments that protect the natural joint. The consultation occurs in an outpatient setting, allowing patients to discuss findings and a potential plan during the same visit. The medical team works specifically with young adults and athletes to manage conditions before they require joint replacement. International patient coordinators assist with the intake process to prepare for the appointment. Patients may request a consultation for a specialized evaluation at Joint Clinic through Bookimed.
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Last price update — 29.03.2025. Prices can be changed depending on the medical case and doctor's recommendations.
Orthopedics
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Shoulder replacement | Price on request | |
| Osteotomy | Price on request | |
| Arthroscopy | Price on request |
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Joint Preservation Surgery Clinic: more details about the clinic
Spain, Barcelona
Joint Preservation Surgery Clinic is a specialized orthopedic unit at Hospital El Pilar in Barcelona, Spain. The facility focuses on reconstructive joint surgery and long-term joint health. It serves international patients seeking specialized care. The medical team provides integrated treatment pathways for young adults and athletes.
Advanced Orthopedic Specialization
The clinic has two specialized departments for hip and knee surgery. Each treats pathologies through a multidisciplinary approach. Specialists coordinate care from initial diagnosis through functional recovery. This structure ensures that conservative or surgical management aligns with the patient's long-term goals. The clinic emphasizes joint preservation to delay or avoid prosthetic replacement when possible.
The medical team treats a variety of joint and bone conditions:
- Femoroacetabular impingement – FAI
- Labral injuries and dysplasia
- Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears
- Knee and hip osteoarthritis
- Meniscal lesions and chondral injuries
Hip Preservation and Reconstruction
Dr. Luis Ramírez Núñez coordinates the hip preservation area. He specializes in advanced hip surgery and sports traumatology. Dr. Ramírez Núñez also leads the hip preservation surgery unit at Hospital Clínic de Barcelona. His practice focuses on physical assessments to identify the specific origin of hip pain. This individualized evaluation helps define the best treatment strategy for each patient.
The hip department uses specific surgical methods to protect joint longevity:
- Hip arthroscopy – minimally invasive joint repair
- Reconstructive hip surgery
- Treatment of labral lesions and dysplasia
- Management of degenerative processes
Surgeons apply these techniques to resolve active pain while maintaining the natural joint structure.
Knee and Shoulder Care
The knee area provides specialized diagnosis and treatment for soft tissue injuries and wear. Specialists focus on ACL reconstruction and meniscal injury repair. Each case begins with an individualized evaluation to plan the recovery path.
For patients with degenerative changes, the team offers management strategies for knee osteoarthritis. The center also covers shoulder pathologies, including osteoarthritis and joint replacement.
Orthopedic procedures at the facility include:
- Knee arthroscopy
- Osteotomy – bone realignment surgery
- Partial and total shoulder replacement
- Arthroplasty and reconstructive methods
The medical team also provides sports medicine services to help active patients return to sport.
International Patient Services
The clinic supports patients traveling to Barcelona for treatment. Dedicated coordinators manage the integrated care pathway. Language support ensures clear communication during consultations – the team speaks English and Spanish. Coordinators also help align diagnostic phases and follow-up care for those living outside Spain.
Additional services
Language assistance
Available
free
Accommodation
Hotel (apartments) near the clinic, billed daily
Patient reviews
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Annie Bamber
Sep 24, 2026
What an amazing experience from start to finish. The man on reception was so lovely with my limited Spanish, laughing alongside me. Then the doctor, just wow. I can't describe how lovely he was. I might burn my hand more often.
Krista Petkov
Aug 8, 2026
Everyone was very kind and most spoke some English which was great in this situation. I was seen very quickly given that there wasn’t anyone else waiting due to it being the middle of the night. I would definitely go here again if I needed medical attention.
Amera Ib
Mar 27, 2026
The emergency nurses were wonderful — attentive, caring, and quick to react. I’m forever grateful for how they cared for and treated my mother during a very difficult time, especially Elena. She’s an angel. The morning receptionist was also highly professional and very friendly. Truly
exceptional, top-notch service!
吴依桐
Jan 13, 2026
As an international student studying in Spain, at around 10 PM on January 12, 2025, I returned to the emergency department of this hospital due to sudden and severe abdominal pain. This was not my first visit here—I had already experienced the professional care of this hospital during a previous episode of facial allergies. But this time, at my most vulnerable and helpless moment, the compassion I received moved me deeply.
Despite it being a late-night emergency, I was attended to almost without any waiting. I would like to extend my special thanks to the doctor on duty that night, whose professionalism and attentiveness led to swift and necessary examinations after a detailed assessment. I am equally grateful to all the nurses on shift—due to the severity of my pain and difficulty moving, they gently and patiently accompanied me in a wheelchair to and from the examination rooms, constantly reassuring me along the way.
What touched me the most was that, despite the language barrier, every medical staff member I encountered—from the doctor to each nurse—made every effort to communicate with me patiently, ensuring I understood each step of the process. This kindness that transcended language made me feel deeply comforted while being ill far from home.
Living abroad alone, one often feels most lonely and vulnerable when falling ill. Yet, on the night of January 12, the doctor and medical staff on duty provided me with the most timely and warmest care through their professionalism, efficiency, and compassion. Here, I would like to express my most sincere gratitude and highest praise to all the medical staff who were on duty that night. Your dedication has shown me the most beautiful embodiment of medical humanity.
Christopher McDonnell
Jul 30, 2026
Sadly the service at this hospital was terrible on the day of my visit. My doctor appointment was 30 minutes late and after being sent back to reception to book a follow up, I was instructed to take another ticket to wait to speak with reception to book a follow up appointment. I was then made to wait for 40 minutes more and everytime I went to ask why it was taking so long, they were dismissive and unhelpful. They could not have cared less that I spent 5 minutes with the doctor and almost 1 hour and 15 minutes waiting around. And everyone else was in the same situation. The system that they have in place is disgusting and the worst i've seen in any hospital, including the public healthcare system. They have to fix this!
Hospital El Pilar, Barcelona, Spain
updated 10/27/2026
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