Trust score 8/100
Dr Richard Collins
Sports Exercise Medicine · Milton Keynes
👤 5 years of experience
3,485+
Patients seen
5
Years in practice
3
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Dr Richard Collins is a Consultant specialising in Sport and Exercise Medicine with extensive clinical experience of treating recreational exercisers and high-performance athletes as well as individuals with non-exercise related joint, bone and soft tissue disorders..
Dr Collins qualified in Medicine with distinction from the University of London in 1998 and after initially training in General Practice went on to be awarded the Macleod Medal for excellence in Sports Medicine by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and Fellowship of the Faculties of Sport & Exercise Medicine in both the UK and Ireland.
He is the chief medical officer for Badminton England and has worked with British Olympic and Paralympic teams in a variety of sports through the UK Sports Institute. He is also a civilian consultant within the Defence Rehabilitation Service.
Sport & Exercise Medicine focuses on the non-surgical management of injuries, musculoskeletal disorders and exercise related illnesses and prioritises the holistic assessment in order to ensure treatment is tailored to each person's specific needs. Over 20 years working in Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire Dr Collins has established excellent working relationships with local radiologists, surgeons, medical specialists and physiotherapists and is able to coordinate the multi-disciplinary team to promote the highest standards of care.
He is highly proficient in diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound which he uses within the clinical assessment to facilitate a rapid diagnosis, as well as to provide guided injections and regularly teaches students in this discipline.
Dr Collins qualified in Medicine with distinction from the University of London in 1998 and after initially training in General Practice went on to be awarded the Macleod Medal for excellence in Sports Medicine by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and Fellowship of the Faculties of Sport & Exercise Medicine in both the UK and Ireland.
He is the chief medical officer for Badminton England and has worked with British Olympic and Paralympic teams in a variety of sports through the UK Sports Institute. He is also a civilian consultant within the Defence Rehabilitation Service.
Sport & Exercise Medicine focuses on the non-surgical management of injuries, musculoskeletal disorders and exercise related illnesses and prioritises the holistic assessment in order to ensure treatment is tailored to each person's specific needs. Over 20 years working in Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire Dr Collins has established excellent working relationships with local radiologists, surgeons, medical specialists and physiotherapists and is able to coordinate the multi-disciplinary team to promote the highest standards of care.
He is highly proficient in diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound which he uses within the clinical assessment to facilitate a rapid diagnosis, as well as to provide guided injections and regularly teaches students in this discipline.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Richard Collins
Education & training
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2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2017–2021 Residency · Sports Exercise Medicine
Career & appointments
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2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Sports Exercise Medicine
Malpractice insurance:
Allianz Professional · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 337 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 599 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 1,407 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,192 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 min | in_clinic|telemed | 180.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 min | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 90.00 EUR |
| Vaccination administration | 60 min | in_clinic | 720.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 90 min | in_clinic | 630.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 3 · i10: 2
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Validation of clinical scoring in Sports Exercise Medicine
DOI: 10.5700/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 34276783 · cited by 161
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Long-term follow-up of Sports Exercise Medicine across GB
DOI: 10.4270/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 36087670 · cited by 59
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Sports Exercise Medicine European Annual Congress (Sports Exercise Medicine) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Sports Exercise Medicine National Society Meeting · Milton Keynes · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Sports Exercise Medicine — Milton Keynes · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2022
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2022
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2022
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Sports Exercise Medicine
- Awareness When should you see a sports exercise medicine?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · dr.richard.collins@euroclinics.example
Location
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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